Procurement Officer- Port Harcourt at Fastest Cakes

About the Role

We are looking for an excellent Procurement Officer to join our Port Harcourt team. In this role, you will oversee all purchasing department activities and play a key part in ensuring efficient procurement operations for our cake production supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and supervise all activities of the purchasing department
• Prepare plans for the purchase of cake production supplies
• Follow and enforce the company's procurement policies and procedures
• Review, compare, analyze, and approve products and services to be purchased
• Manage inventories and maintain accurate purchase and pricing records
• Maintain and update supplier information including qualifications, delivery times, and product ranges
• Maintain good supplier relations and negotiate contracts
• Research and evaluate prospective suppliers
• Prepare budgets, cost analyses, and reports

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree qualification
• Minimum 2 years of work experience in procurement or related field
• Sound knowledge of procurement processes and stock management
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets

Key Skills and Competencies

• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills
• Leadership and teamwork abilities
• Ability to perform duties diligently under stressful situations

Additional Requirements

• Must reside in Port Harcourt
• Availability to work some Sundays and holidays
• Must work from the office 23 days per month
• Willingness to commit to long-term employment with the company