Tomato Jos is a private equity-backed, fast-growing social enterprise located in Kaduna, Nigeria, that believes in the power of local production for local consumption. Our company aims to supply 10% of the processed tomato market in Nigeria within the next 5 years, sourcing tomatoes from smallholder farmers within our network and making high-quality branded consumer products for Nigeria and West Africa. We currently work with farmers in the Kaduna area, and we are building a tomato processing facility that will be commissioned in2021, which will enable us to make value-add tomato products, including tomato paste and Tomato mix.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Procurement Officer
Location: Kaduna
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Description
- Overseeing and supervising employees and all activities of the purchasing department.
- Following and enforcing the company’s procurement policies and procedures.
- Reviewing, comparing, analyzing, products and services to be purchased.
- Review and analyses all vendors/suppliers, supply, and price options
- Negotiate the best deal for pricing and supply contracts
- Managing inventories and maintaining accurate purchase, pricing records, and other important data
- Maintaining and updating supplier information such as qualifications, delivery times, product ranges, etc.
- Creating and maintaining good vendor/supplier relations and negotiating contracts.
- Researching and evaluating prospective suppliers.
- Estimate and establish cost parameters and budgets for purchases
- Preparing budgets, cost analyses, and reports.
- Ensure that the products and supplies are the best quality.
- Maintain and update a list of suppliers and their qualifications, delivery times, and potential future development.
- Work with team members and procurement manager to complete duties as needed.
Additional Qualifications and Experience
That Will Set You Apart:
- Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s Degree qualification with 3 – 5 years work experience.
- Strong communication and negotiation skills.
- Good analytical and strategic thinking skills.
- Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel).
- Excellent Written and Oral Communication Skills
- Data Analysis, and Organizational Skills
- Good Business Instincts.
Deadline: 23rd November, 2021.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: jobs@tomatojos.net using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.
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