Focal Points Ventures, a Construction and Project Company, is recruiting suitable candidates to fill the position below:
Job Title: Purchasing Officer
Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Responsibilities
- Conducting product research and sourcing new suppliers and vendors.
- Sourcing materials, goods, products, and services and negotiating the best or most cost-effective contracts and deals.
- Performing inventory inspections and reordering supplies and stock as necessary.
- Conducting market research to keep abreast of emerging trends and business opportunities.
- Inspecting stock and reporting any faulty items or inconsistencies immediately.
- Updating and maintaining records of all orders, payments, and receiving the stock.
- Coordinating with the delivery team and following up on delays or orders that have been rescheduled.
- Attending product launches and networking with industry professionals.
- Establishing professional relationships with clients as well as vendors and suppliers.
- Ensuring all stock is packaged appropriately and delivered to the correct location in a timely manner.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Logistics or a related field may be required.
- 3 – 7 years of work experience.
- Previous experience in a similar position.
- Proficiency in the relevant management software programs.
- Superb written and verbal communication and negotiation skills.
- Great organizational and planning skills.
- The ability to identify market trends and make decisions in a high-stress environment.
- The ability to follow client specifications.
- Excellent networking and time management skills.
Application Closing Date
31st January, 2022.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: focalpointsventures@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.