Procurement Assistant

Responsibilities:

Receive and track internal purchase requests. Source quotations from existing and new suppliers. Follow up with suppliers on quotations, orders and delivery dates. Prepare Purchase Orders in the ERP system. Maintain an updated tracker of all open requests and purchase orders. Follow up outstanding orders until delivery and closure. Inform requesting departments/end users when materials are ordered and delivered. Coordinate with stores to confirm receipt of materials. Prepare and organise supplier invoices and supporting documents for Accounts. Follow up with Accounts where required on supplier payment documentation. Maintain proper procurement records and filing. Assist in identifying and developing alternative/new suppliers. Support the Procurement Manager with local purchasing and other procurement activities. Prepare a weekly report showing the status of open requests and open orders, outstanding actions and what is required to close each item.

Requirements:

A minimum of an HND in business administration, supply chain, procurement or a related field. A minimum of 2–4 years of procurement/purchasing experience. I wouldn't make the experience requirement too high for an assistant role. Good Excel skills. Previous ERP experience; Microsoft Dynamics/Navision would be a strong advantage but shouldn't necessarily be mandatory. Good written and spoken English. Good supplier communication and negotiation skills. Strong organisation and follow-up ability. Attention to detail, particularly with POs, quantities, prices and documentation. Ability to work independently and follow outstanding matters without constant reminders. Comfortable working with stores, accounts and technical departments. Experience purchasing industrial, marine, engineering or technical materials would be a significant advantage.

Location: Lagos 

Remuneration: NGN  250,000 Monthly Gross