Ardova Plc is a Nigerian leading indigenous and integrated energy company involved in the distribution of petroleum products. With an extensive network of over 450 retail outlets in Nigeria and significant storage facilities in Apapa, Lagos and Onne, Rivers State, we procure and distribute petrol (PMS), diesel (AGO), kerosene (DPK) and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). Our services also involve the manufacturing and distribution of a wide range of quality lubricants from our oil blending plant in Apapa, Lagos. These lubricants include: Super V, Visco 2000 and Diesel Motor Oil. We are also the sole authorised distributor of Shell branded Helix Engine Oils in Nigeria.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Officer, Procurement

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full Time

Job Summary

• The Procurement Officer is responsible for overseeing and managing the company’s purchasing activities, ensuring the acquisition of high-quality and cost-effective products and services.

Job Details

• Coordinate the Identification of potential suppliers, conduct supplier evaluations, and negotiate contracts and pricing terms.
• Manage and maintain up to date centralized supplier/vendor/contracts (SVC) database on the ERP
• Coordinate the procure to pay process for approved purchase requisitions 
• Develop customer/stakeholder and supplier relationship management skills including regular communication tactics
• Effectively represent procurement to the business and suppliers
• Analyze strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Stay abreast of market trends, industry developments, and regulatory requirements to inform procurement decisions.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements within the procurement function.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Sciences, Social Science, Supply Chain and Logistics or a related field. 
• Working knowledge of Agreement Management and Agreement Preparation
• Vendor Management knowledge
• Supplier Assessment and supplier Selection knowledge
• Experience in SAP, other ERP system with focus on Procurement.
• Possession of a professional accreditation in Procurement (like CIPS) is an added advantage 
• 2 – 4 years of relevant experience in a similar role
• Best Practices in Supply Chain Management, Procurement Process Development, Global sourcing and international business knowledge

Benefits

• HMO Coverage (Employee, spouse and 4 children)
• Daily lunch
• Group Life Coverage 
• Employee Compensation Scheme (ECS)
• Industrial Training Fund (ITF) 
• Pension Scheme
• Leave Allowance 
• 13th Month pay 
• Paid – Time off – Annual Leave, study leave, maternity leave, paternity leave, sick leave, compassionate leave, examination leave.
• Long Service Award.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Application Deadline 15th November, 2024.