Ultimum Limited is a fast-growing alcoholic & non-alcoholic Beverage’s manufacturing company and Nigerian-based subsidiary of Union Camerounaise de Brasseries – a leading Total Beverages Manufacturer with over 50 years presence and tremendous success in Cameroon; also, a proud sponsor of the 2024 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Abidjan. Ivory Coast. We are committed to developing quality products that satisfy all aspirations of our customers, and constantly innovating on ways to improve our products and deliver quality and special experience for our customers.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Procurement Manager
Location: Lagos
Job type: Full-Time
Job Purpose
Manage end to end procurement processes for all indirect related procurement and oversee direct procurement materials. Tasks will include:
Price Negotiations
Cost Model Reviews:
Engage with the deployment of EPDs and NPDs
Be a key contact for all procure to pay activities.
Contract/Schedule and PIR Management;
Manage And Implement SAP Related Tasks:Ensure quota arrangement is maintained where needed
Ensure all active materials are set up with valid contracts
Escalate SAP issues that may require expert handling.
Ensure contracts data integrity within the system by carrying out periodic data health checks.
Price Trends Monitoring:Constant follow up with input raw material market prices and price trends.
Be engaged with external business environment, foreign exchange movements and government policies to proactively anticipate business impact.
Conduct due diligence benchmarking within commodities subcategories.
Internal and External Relationship Management;
Build effective strategic relationships with key suppliers.
Engage suppliers effectively and proactively.
Plan quarterly supplier engagement sessions.
Plan supplier visits where and when necessary.
Participate in helping resolve supplier issues and complaints.
Attend internal cross-functional meetings.
Attend to requests from other internal and/or external parties.
Be an effective liaison between internal and external stakeholders.
Create And Deliver Effective Budget:Support in the setting up of the materials standard cost
Deliver yearly spend within budget as aligned with the business.
Identify, Implement and Deliver Sustainable and Long-Term Savings Opportunities;
Through the strategy creation process, identify and explore all potential value levers.
Constantly engage with the suppliers and R&D teams to identify, implement and deliver cost saving opportunities.
Monitor Inventory Levels:Participate in the setting of stockholding norms for commodities materials purchased by the organisation.
Provide corrective action support for inventories that vary from plan.
Academic Qualifications
A good First Degree in Social / Management / Physical Sciences
Possession of a Post graduate degree in Human Resources / Business Administration / Supply Chain Management or related field is an added advantage
Membership of the CIPS, CILS, CILCS, CISCOM, Lean Six Sigma or any other related professional qualification is required.
Minimum of 5-6 years of experience in a similar role, especially in the FMCG sector
Knowledge Requirements:Knowledge of Inventory Management
Knowledge of Cost management
Knowledge of applicable legislations, as well as policies and procedures
Demonstrates expertise in Procurement management
Application Closing DateNot Specified.
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