Softcom is a group of professionals whose overarching goal is to add value. For 3 years, we have supported organisations in their quest for impact and growth using Technology.
We are recruiting to fill the vacant position below:
Job Title: Procurement and Admin Officer
Location: Lagos
Employment type: Project Based (6 months renewable contract based of project continuity)
Job Description
- At Softcom, we are a “thinking company” with an innovative team of highly skilled and professional project managers, business analysts, designers, developers and engineers set up to ensure people empowerment and customer fulfilment in all our technology service areas.
- We are seeking a detail-oriented, thorough, and organized procurement & admin officer to oversee office day to day administrative duties, purchases and also develop new contracts. In this position, you will play a key role in procuring high-quality and cost-efficient supplies for our organization.
- You will follow procurement procedures, maintain an updated list of inventory and incoming purchases and supplies, and be responsible for getting approvals for purchases.
Procurement Responsibilities
- Estimating and establishing cost parameters and budgets for purchases
- Maintain accurate records of purchases and pricing
- Create and maintain good relationships with vendors/suppliers
- Making professional decisions in a fast-paced environment
- Maintain records of purchases, pricing, and other important data
- Review and analyze all vendors/suppliers, supply, and price options
- Develops plans for purchasing equipment, services and supplies
- Negotiate the best deal for pricing and supply contracts
- ensure that the products and supplies are high quality
- Create and maintain inventory of all incoming and current supplies
- Maintain and update list of suppliers and their qualifications, delivery times, and potential future development
Administrative Responsibilities:
- Manage office supplies stock and place orders
- Prepare regular reports on expenses and office budgets
- Maintain and update company databases
- Organize a filing system for important and confidential company documents
- Answer queries by employees and clients
- Maintain a company calendar and schedule appointments
- Lease with vendors for repairs and maintenance
- Distribute and store correspondence (e.g. letters, emails and packages)
- Prepare reports and presentations with statistical data, as assigned
- Arrange travel and accommodations
- Schedule in-house and external events
Skills and Qualifications
- High school degree or equivalent; Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or related field preferred
- Solid knowledge and understanding of procurement processes, policy, and systems
- Two (2) years previous experience as procurement and admin officer or related position
- Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel)
- Ability to analyze problems and strategize for better solutions
- Ability to negotiate, establish, and administer contracts.
Application Closing Date
18th August, 2017.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online