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Procurement Manager Jobs in Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria at Slum2School Africa
Title: Procurement Manager
Company: Slum2School Africa
Location: Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Work Type: Hybrid
Reports To: Head of Finance
The Procurement Manager plays a critical role within Slum2School Africa, serving as both a strategic and operational leader responsible for the efficient, transparent, and cost-effective sourcing of goods and services across the organization. This role functions as a key partner to the leadership team, ensuring that procurement systems and processes effectively support program delivery and organizational growth.
The Procurement Manager is a highly organized and analytical professional with strong negotiation, vendor management, and process optimization skills. The role requires the ability to drive cross-functional coordination, manage procurement priorities, and strengthen internal systems to enhance efficiency, accountability, and impact across all operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Procurement & Execution
- Serve as a strategic advisor on procurement planning and resource allocation across programs and departments.
- Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with organizational goals, donor requirements, and operational needs.
- Coordinate and track procurement plans, ensuring timely execution of purchasing activities.
- Support budgeting processes by providing procurement forecasts and cost optimization strategies.
- Procurement Operations & Process Management
- Oversee end-to-end procurement processes, including requisitions, vendor selection, purchase orders, and delivery tracking.
- Ensure compliance with organizational policies, donor guidelines, and regulatory standards.
- Maintain accurate procurement documentation, contracts, and records for audit readiness.
- Identify operational bottlenecks and implement improvements to procurement workflows and systems.
- Vendor & Stakeholder Management
- Source, evaluate, and onboard vendors in line with quality, cost, and ethical standards.
- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure reliability and value for money.
- Lead negotiations to secure favorable pricing and service agreements.
- Collaborate with internal teams, partners, and stakeholders to align procurement priorities with program needs.
- Organisational Coordination & Reporting
- Coordinate procurement activities across departments to ensure alignment with organizational priorities.
- Prepare procurement reports, dashboards, and insights for leadership decision-making.
- Support audit processes and ensure timely reporting for donor-funded projects.
- Monitor procurement performance and provide data-driven recommendations for improvement.
- Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement
- Identify inefficiencies and lead initiatives to improve procurement systems and productivity.
- Support the development of SOPs, templates, and tools to standardize procurement processes.
- Monitor market trends, supplier performance, and pricing to inform strategic decisions.
- Implement best practices in procurement, ensuring transparency, accountability, and sustainability.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Procurement, or a related field (Master’s degree is an added advantage).
- 4–7 years of experience in procurement, supply chain management, or operations, preferably in a nonprofit or development sector.
- Proven experience in managing procurement processes, vendor relationships, and cost optimization strategies.
- Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent organizational, planning, and communication skills.
- High level of integrity and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Passion for social impact, education, and community development.
Key Performance Indicators
- Cost Efficiency: Achieve measurable cost savings through strategic sourcing and negotiation.
- Procurement Timeliness: Ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
- Vendor Performance: Maintain high-performing and reliable supplier relationships.
- Compliance Rate: Ensure adherence to procurement policies and donor requirements.
- Process Efficiency: Improve procurement turnaround time and workflow effectiveness.
- Audit Readiness: Maintain complete and accurate documentation with minimal audit issues.
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