Our client is one of the world's leading manufacturers in the FMCG industry with focus on the production of hair and synthetic products.

Lorache has been mandated by one of the world's leading manufacturers in the FMCG industry to recruit a Purchasing Officer for its operations in Lagos.

Job Title: Purchasing Officer

Location: Lagos

Job Description
o The Purchasing Officer reports to the Purchasing Manager and inter-phases with the Finance and Operations teams.
o The purchasing Officer will be responsible to assist for building systems and establish best processes for the purchasing function. To enhance and support company's logistic capabilities in raw materials, cement and concrete.
o Responsible for supplying the company with a steady flow of materials and services to meet its needs.
o Ensuring continuity of supply by maintaining effective relationships with existing sources of supply.
o Training and motivating subordinates to achieve timely results.
o Management of inventory so as to give the best possible service to users at lowest cost.
o Developing service level agreement with Vendors.
o Liaise with user- department and suppliers in respect of specifications, enquiries, deliveries and rejections.
o Ensure materials/spares are delivered in full and on time (OTIF).
o Organized, controlled and minimized the storage of materials. Located and selected suppliers, determined best methods of procurement, negotiated with suppliers and expedited deliveries.
o Ensures adequate procurement savings in spent
o Source for new sources to ensure adequate supplier base
o Making sure the company gets the best competitive prices from manufacturers and suppliers year round and reporting evident cost saving initiatives in all processes.
o Ensure full compliance of process with industry standard.
Requirements
o University degree in Sciences or Social Sciences
o Candidate should have a minimum of 4 years experience in a similar role
o Possession of a professional qualification and membership of a professional body in supply chain management
o Change: ability to work effectively in a fast moving environment
o Excellent Customer/client relationship management
o Ability to communicate clearly and persuasively and solve problems
o Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines.
Application Closing Date
16th July, 2014

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send CVs to vacancy@loracheconsulting.com