Procurement Manager at Smart Partners Consulting Limited (SPCL)

Smart Partners Consulting Limited (SPCL) is an indigenous consulting firm poised on the business model of collaboration to provide professional services of Human Resources and Business Strategy to different companies in various sectors of Nigeria’s economy. It was incorporated in July 2013. Our idea of collaboration and partnership involves the synergy of tested experts in the market place to research, identify and proffer solutions to the ever dynamic needs of our Clients.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Procurement Manager

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Procurement Manager is responsible for developing and executing the organization's procurement strategy to ensure timely, cost-effective, and quality acquisition of goods and services.
• The role oversees vendor management, contract negotiations, procurement governance, budgeting, compliance, and continuous process improvement while ensuring optimal value for money and uninterrupted business operations.

Key Responsibilities
Strategic Procurement:

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with organizational objectives.
• Prepare and execute procurement plans and sourcing strategies.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or service.
• Monitor procurement market trends, pricing, and supply risks.

Procurement Operations:

• Oversee end-to-end procurement activities from requisition to purchase order issuance.
• Ensure timely procurement of goods, services, and capital equipment.
• Approve purchase requests and procurement documentation within delegated authority.
• Monitor procurement cycle times and improve operational efficiency.

Supplier & Vendor Management:

• Develop and maintain a robust supplier database.
• Source, evaluate, prequalify, and onboard reliable vendors.
• Lead supplier negotiations on pricing, payment terms, warranties, and service levels.
• Conduct periodic supplier performance evaluations and relationship management.

Contract Management:

• Lead contract negotiations and administration.
• Ensure procurement contracts comply with organizational policies and legal requirements.
• Monitor contract performance, renewals, and vendor obligations.

Financial Management:

• Manage procurement budgets and spending.
• Ensure value-for-money procurement.
• Analyze procurement spend and prepare cost optimization reports.
• Collaborate with Finance to ensure accurate budget utilization.

Compliance & Risk Management:

• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, regulatory requirements, and ethical standards.
• Maintain transparency, fairness, and accountability throughout procurement processes.
• Mitigate procurement risks and supply chain disruptions.

Stakeholder Management:

• Partner with internal departments to understand procurement requirements.
• Provide procurement advisory support across the business.
• Resolve procurement-related issues promptly.

Leadership & Team Management:

• Lead, mentor, and develop the procurement team.
• Set departmental KPIs and monitor performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement function.

Reporting & Analytics:

• Prepare procurement reports, supplier performance dashboards, savings reports, and management presentations.
• Track procurement KPIs and recommend improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, or related discipline.
• Professional certification (CIPS, or equivalent) is highly desirable.
• Master's degree is an added advantage.

Experience:

• 5–7 years' procurement experience.
• Minimum of 2 years in a managerial or supervisory procurement role.
• Experience managing strategic sourcing, contract negotiations, and supplier relationships.

Technical Competencies:

• Strategic sourcing
• Vendor management
• Contract negotiation
• Category management
• Spend analysis
• Cost reduction strategies
• ERP/Procurement systems
• Inventory awareness
• Procurement planning
• Budget management
• Data analysis and reporting
• Microsoft Excel and procurement software

Behavioral Competencies:

• Strategic thinking
• Leadership
• Negotiation and influencing
• Decision-making
• Financial acumen
• Integrity and ethics
• Communication skills
• Relationship management
• Problem-solving
• Attention to detail
• Analytical thinking
• Time management.

Application Closing Date
31st July, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications to: talent@smartpartnersng.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.