About this role
Ellasot Consulting - Our client, a reputable organization, is recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Purchasing Officer
Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Description
- Our clinet is recruiting on behalf of a reputable organization for an experienced and strategic Purchasing Officer to oversee the organization's purchasing functions.
- The successful candidate would be responsible for sourcing suppliers, obtaining competitive quotations, purchasing goods and services, and ensuring the timely delivery of quality materials at cost-effective prices.
- The ideal candidate must possess strong negotiation, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to maintain accurate purchasing records and build effective supplier relationships.
Key Requirements
- Identify, evaluate, and source reliable suppliers and vendors.
- Obtain and compare quotations to ensure competitive pricing and value for money.
- Negotiate prices, payment terms, delivery schedules, and other purchasing conditions.
- Prepare purchase orders and ensure purchases are properly authorized.
- Monitor orders and follow up with suppliers to ensure timely delivery.
- Inspect delivered goods to confirm they meet the required specifications and quality standards.
- Maintain accurate records of purchases, supplier information, invoices, and delivery notes.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with suppliers.
- Monitor inventory levels and liaise with relevant departments to identify purchasing needs.
- Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company policies, budgets, and procedures.
- Resolve issues relating to delayed deliveries, incorrect orders, damaged goods, or supplier disputes.
- Prepare periodic purchasing reports and recommend cost-saving opportunities.
Requirements
- Minimum of an OND or HND in Purchasing and Supply, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field.
- Previous experience in purchasing, procurement, or a similar role is an advantage.
- Knowledge of supplier sourcing, quotation analysis, and negotiation techniques.
- Basic computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Strong numerical, analytical, and record-keeping skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- High level of integrity, accountability, and attention to detail.
- Ability to work under pressure, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
Key Competencies:
- Supplier sourcing and relationship management
- Negotiation and cost control
- Planning and organization
- Inventory and purchase order management
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Communication and teamwork
- Integrity and compliance.
Salary
N90,000 - N120,000 monthly.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.