Procurement Officer

Job title : Procurement Officer

Job Location : Oyo Deadline : October 14, 2026 Quick Recommended Links

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Job Overview

• We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Procurement Officer to join our team in Bodija. In this vital role, you will drive the procurement process by sourcing quality materials, negotiating contracts, and managing supplier relationships to ensure seamless supply chain operations.
• Your expertise will help optimize procurement strategies, enhance cost efficiency, and uphold the highest standards of quality and compliance
• . This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to our organization’s growth and operational excellence through strategic sourcing and effective procurement management.

Core Responsibilities (Clarified)

• Source and purchase raw materials, packaging, and consumables
• Prevent stock-out by proactive purchasing
• Liaise with Inventory Officer for reorder planning
• Maintain approved supplier list
• Compare prices and negotiate value (not just cheapest)
• Ensure quality, quantity, and timely delivery
• Raise purchase orders and keep proper documentation
• Track deliveries and resolve supplier issues
• Maintain procurement records (Google Sheets)
• Support audits and management reviews
• Protect the company from wastage, fraud, and supplier dependency

Must-have Competencies (Non-Negotiable):
Planning & Forecasting:

• Understands reorder levels
• Plans purchases ahead of time
• Never waits for emergency buying

Cost Control & Negotiation:

• Compares multiple suppliers
• Negotiates price, quality, delivery terms
• Understands impact of cost on profit

Supplier Management:

• Builds reliable supplier relationships
• Handles disputes professionally
• Avoids over-dependence on one supplier

Documentation & Accuracy:

• Maintains clean procurement records
• Uses Google Sheets confidently
• Tracks POs, invoices, and deliveries

Integrity & Accountability:

• Zero tolerance for kickbacks
• Transparent decision-making
• Takes responsibility for errors.
• Prevent stock-out by proactive purchasing
• Liaise with Inventory Officer for reorder planning
• Maintain approved supplier list
• Compare prices and negotiate value (not just cheapest)
• Ensure quality, quantity, and timely delivery
• Raise purchase orders and keep proper documentation
• Track deliveries and resolve supplier issues
• Maintain procurement records (Google Sheets)
• Support audits and management reviews
• Protect the company from wastage, fraud, and supplier dependency

Skills:

• Proven experience in procurement, purchasing, sourcing, or supply chain management, with a strong understanding of how to identify reliable suppliers and secure competitive deals.
• Strong negotiation and commercial skills, with the ability to negotiate prices, payment terms, delivery timelines, and supplier agreements effectively.
• Highly resourceful and street-smart, with the ability to identify opportunities, find alternative suppliers, solve unexpected procurement challenges, and get things done within budget and timelines.
• Practical and hands-on, with the ability to work independently, make sound decisions, follow through on assignments, and take ownership of procurement activities from sourcing to delivery.
• Strong supplier network and market awareness, with the ability to know where and how to source quality materials at the best possible value.
• Ability to work under pressure, manage urgent procurement needs, and respond quickly to changes in production and operational requirements.
• Strong problem-solving skills and commercial awareness, with the ability to balance cost, quality, availability, and delivery when making purchasing decisions.
• Excellent communication and relationship-management skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, vendors, production teams, and management.