Purchasing Officer at Focal Points Ventures

Focal Points Ventures, a Construction and Project Company, is recruiting suitable candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Purchasing Officer

Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

• Conducting product research and sourcing new suppliers and vendors.
• Sourcing materials, goods, products, and services and negotiating the best or most cost-effective contracts and deals.
• Performing inventory inspections and reordering supplies and stock as necessary.
• Conducting market research to keep abreast of emerging trends and business opportunities.
• Inspecting stock and reporting any faulty items or inconsistencies immediately.
• Updating and maintaining records of all orders, payments, and receiving the stock.
• Coordinating with the delivery team and following up on delays or orders that have been rescheduled.
• Attending product launches and networking with industry professionals.
• Establishing professional relationships with clients as well as vendors and suppliers.
• Ensuring all stock is packaged appropriately and delivered to the correct location in a timely manner.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Logistics or a related field may be required.
• 3 - 7 years of work experience.
• Previous experience in a similar position.
• Proficiency in the relevant management software programs.
• Superb written and verbal communication and negotiation skills.
• Great organizational and planning skills.
• The ability to identify market trends and make decisions in a high-stress environment.
• The ability to follow client specifications.
• Excellent networking and time management skills.

Application Closing Date
31st January, 2022.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.