23/12/2022
Job Title- Purchasing Officer
Location- Mainland, Lagos
Industry: Hospitality
Remuneration: NGN 150,000
*Responsibilities*
• Research and evaluate potential vendors and suppliers.
• Request quotes and compare prices for maximum ROI.
• Estimate and establish cost parameters and budgets for purchases.
• Create and maintain good relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Negotiate appropriate contracts for pricing and supply.
• Examine and review products and supplies to ensure quality.
• Track incoming inventory, and delivery arrival time, and note actual arrival time.
• Organize and update the internal database of suppliers, delivery times, invoices, and quantity of supplies.
• Work with team members, supervisors, the general manager, and the chef to develop
future purchasing plans and source potential relationships with vendors.
• Analyze potential vendors and suppliers for future project needs.
• Ensure all deliveries contain all goods requested.
• Collaborate with financial team members on contracts, invoicing, and other financial matters.
• Monitor stock levels and place orders as needed.
• Coordinate with warehouse staff to ensure proper storage.
• Attend trade shows and exhibitions to stay up to date with industry trends.
*Requirements*
• High school degree or equivalent; bachelor’s degree in business administration,management, finance, or related field preferred.
• Solid knowledge and understanding of purchasing processes, policy, and systems.
• Proven work experience as a Purchasing Officer, Purchasing Agent, or similar role in the hospitality industry.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to negotiate, establish, and process contracts.
• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently.
• Resilient, self-motivated, and able to work well under pressure
• Accurate and precise attention to detail.
• Able to make decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Good knowledge of vendor sourcing practices (researching, evaluating, and liaising with vendors).
• Hands-on experience with purchasing software.
• Solid analytical skills, with the ability to create financial reports and conduct cost analyses.
• Strong negotiation, communication, interpersonal and influencing skills.
• Analytical, and numerically astute with strong proven problem-solving abilities
• Good understanding of supply chain procedures.
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