Senior Procurement Specialist at Jake Riley Limited

Jake Riley Limited is a leading international consultancy that helps leading companies, public sector bodies and social sector organisations in Nigeria to build, improve their performance and tackle the challenges they face. We have the unique ability to connect clients with their target audience and create direct access to qualified prospects. Our team of experts have a wide range and depth of experience in key business issues and can advise our clients on their key strategic issues as well as help solve their toughest and most critical business problems.

We are recruiting qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Procurement Specialist

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with company objectives.
• Manage the entire procurement process, from item sourcing, vendor selection to contract negotiation and project management.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Evaluate and monitor supplier performance, ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness.
• Collaborate with internal departments to understand procurement needs and ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
• Analyze market trends and risks to make informed purchasing decisions.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred. A professional certification (e.g., CIPS, CPSM) is an added advantage.
• 10+ years of experience in procurement, with at least 5 years in a senior role.
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes, supply chain management, vendor management and tender management
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• ⁠Experience in the oil and gas or energy sector is required.
• Good knowledge of tender management on NIPEX and ARIBA portals
• Proven experience in managing large-scale procurement projects.

Application Closing Date
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