Bradfield Consulting - Our client, The University of Lagos Holding Company (UNIHOLD) is a fully registered private limited liability company with several subsidiaries, including, University of Lagos Ventures Limited, University of Lagos Press & Bookshop Limited and the University of Lagos Pharmaceutical Limited. The aim of each subsidiary is to maintain and promote vigorous and sustainable growth based on delivering a high quality service to its clientele.
Due to restructuring, UNIHOLD is looking to recruit a Procurement Manager for its Guest House & Conference Centre.
Job Title: Procurement Manager - Hotel
Location: Lagos
Job Description
- The Procurement Manager will be responsible for buying the best quality equipment, goods and services for the company at the most competitive rates.
Purpose Statements
- Responsible for buying the best quality equipment, goods and services for the company at the most competitive rates.
Key Deliverables
- Conducting research to ascertain the best products and suppliers in terms of best value, delivery schedules and quality.
- Working with suppliers to ensure that key processes are running efficiently and cost-effectively.
- Contract management and negotiation.
- Contract administration, quality assurance, modification of special terms, and contract closeout or termination.
- Evaluating bids and making recommendations based on commercial and technical factors.
- Developing an organisation's purchasing strategy.
- Understanding and keeping up with new trends and regulations in the business.
- Dealing with international suppliers.
- Forecasting levels of demand for services and products to meet the business needs and keeping a constant check on stock levels.
- Identifying potential suppliers, visiting existing suppliers, building and maintaining good relationships with them.
- Liaising between suppliers, manufacturers, relevant internal departments and customers.
- Keeping contract files and using them as reference for the future.
- Forecasting price trends and their impact on future activities.
- Giving presentations about market analysis and possible growth.
- Establish and enforce procedures to ensure proper recording and tracking of all items purchased by the organization.
- Producing reports and statistics using computer software.
- Ensuring suppliers are aware of business objectives.
- Attending meetings and trade conferences.
- Training and supervising the work of other members of staff.
- Work with all suppliers to ensure they comply with all environmental regulations.
- Develop cost saving structure for the organization.
- Any other duties as assigned by line manager.
Minimum Qualification / Experience
- Minimum 3 years of progressively responsible business experience, including supervisory and management responsibilities.
- Hotel purchasing experience preferred.
- Food and Beverage Purchasing and Procurement experience recommended.
- A relevant Bachelor's Degree from a recognised University
- Should have a proven track record in buying materials from the assigned product group and has knowledge of the relevant markets
- Has commercial acumen to recognize and act upon opportunities and has strong negotiating skills.
Knowledge/Skills:
- Good spoken and written communication skills
- Excellent negotiating and networking skills
- Mathematical ability, to work with figures and budgets
- Good judgement and analytical ability
- An organised approach
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Good business sense
- Leadership skills and the ability to work well as part of a team
- The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Application Closing Date
27th November, 2014
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online