Procurement Officer at Lead British International School Limited (LBIS)

Position Overview

This is a full-time, on-site position for a Procurement Officer based in Ibadan. The Procurement Officer will handle purchasing activities, including creating purchase orders, managing procurement operations, and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.

Key Responsibilities

• Source vendors and manage vendor relationships
• Create and manage purchase orders
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers
• Maintain procurement records and documentation
• Analyze purchasing trends and supplier performance
• Develop strategies to optimize procurement processes
• Ensure adherence to institutional policies and procedures for compliance and cost-effectiveness

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field
• Proficiency in procurement and purchasing processes
• Skilled in creating and managing purchase orders and vendor relationships
• Experience in contract negotiation
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate supplier performance and optimize operations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Attention to detail with strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, on-site environment

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience in procurement or a related role