Senior Procurement Officer
@Voedsel Capital Limited posted 3 months ago in Banking / Financial Services Shortlist Email JobJob Detail
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Job ID 36239
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Career Level Mid-Level
Job Description
Built from the ground up for high-speed broadband IP communications, Netcom Africa Limited has been the leading ICT provider of corporate tailored solutions in western Africa since 2004. Our communications product suite is best in class using the latest generation technologies in communications and supported 24/7 by some of the most experienced customer support and technical engineers in the industry. Today our network reaches major business centers with access to 154 countries. We own and operate our own infrastructure with clear channel capacity leasing on all available subsea cable systems landing in Nigeria for redundancy. We are the only ICT provider in Nigeria able to guarantee a service Availability of 99.5% delivering quality standards comparable to USA and Europe. Our Quality Focus TL9000Netcom is Africa’s first ISO9001:2008 and TL9000 certified company, bringing international telecommunication standards to the continent.
Job Description
Strategic Sourcing: Lead the development and execution of procurement strategies aligned with business goals, ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services.
Supplier Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, conduct regular performance reviews, and negotiate favorable terms and agreements.
Contract Negotiation: Negotiate and finalize contracts with suppliers, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, as well as company policies.
Cost Optimization: Identify cost-saving opportunities, conduct market research, and implement best practices to achieve cost efficiency in procurement processes.
Risk Management: Evaluate and mitigate risks related to procurement activities, including supplier performance, geopolitical factors, and market trends.
Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including finance, operations, and legal, to ensure alignment of procurement activities with overall business objectives.
Compliance: Ensure adherence to company policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements in all procurement activities.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. Master's degree and relevant certifications (e.g., CSCP, CPSM) are a plus.
Proven experience as a Senior Procurement Officer or similar role in the telecommunications industry.
Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
In-depth knowledge of procurement best practices, market trends, and legal regulations.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to analyze data and make data-driven decisions.