Procurement Contract Officer at FiberOne Broadband

FiberOne is the largest Fiber to the Home (FTTH) premium broadband provider in Nigeria. We deliver excellent Fiber internet services across homes and offices with a triple-play service comprising broadband, voice, and video. Our cutting-edge technology can guarantee low latency and optimal speed. As pacesetters, FiberOne has consistently deployed high-end ultramodern technology to serve the rapidly emerging digital environment of netizens in Nigeria. Over the past 7 years, we have focused on nurturing the relationship we have with our customers.We are constantly discovering innovative ways to create more value and meet the needs of our customers. We understand the peculiarities of different types of business needs and can offer bespoke
services tailored to your request.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Procurement Contract Officer

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Procurement Contract Officer plays a crucial role in overseeing and managing the end-to-end contract lifecycle for the procurement unit.
• This position involves developing, administering contracts, ensuring compliance with legal and organizational standards, and fostering strong relationships with suppliers.
• The goal is to optimize contractual terms, mitigate risks, and contribute to the overall success of procurement initiatives.

Key Accountabilities / Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and negotiate contracts, ensuring they align with organizational goals and comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee the entire contract lifecycle, from initiation to closeout, including drafting, execution, amendments, and termination.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and legal teams to negotiate favorable terms and conditions with suppliers.
• Ensure that contracts reflect the best interests of the organization in terms of cost, quality, and risk management.
• Monitor and enforce compliance with contractual terms, conditions, and performance metrics.
• Identify and mitigate contractual risks, providing recommendations for risk reduction strategies.
• Stay informed about relevant laws and regulations affecting contracts and procurement activities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to facilitate effective contract administration.
• Address and resolve contractual issues, disputes, and performance discrepancies in collaboration with key stakeholders.
• Implement and enhance contract management processes and procedures to drive efficiency and effectiveness.
• Conduct periodic reviews of existing contracts to identify opportunities for optimization and cost savings.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Legal Studies, or a related field
• Proven experience in contract management, procurement, or a related field.
• Understanding of contract law, negotiations, and risk management.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across various departments

Deadline: 29th January, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume to: careers@fob.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.