PROCUREMENT MANAGER

Job Description : PROCUREMENT MANAGER STEEL NIGERIA 15+ years experience Manage end-to-end local procurement activities for the steel plant. Ensure timely availability of materials, spares, consumables, and services to support uninterrupted plant operations. Develop and manage a strong local supplier base across Nigeria. Optimize procurement costs while ensuring quality, compliance, and timely delivery. Handle procurement of locally sourced raw materials, consumables, engineering spares, MRO items, and plant services. Source, evaluate, and onboard reliable local suppliers and contractors. Negotiate prices, commercial terms, payment terms, and delivery schedules with vendors. Prepare RFQs, evaluate quotations, conduct commercial comparisons, and issue purchase orders. Coordinate with Production, Maintenance, Stores, Finance, and other departments to understand procurement requirements. Ensure timely procurement and delivery of critical materials to avoid production downtime. Monitor supplier performance with respect to quality, cost, and delivery. Develop alternate suppliers to reduce procurement risks and improve competitiveness. Maintain procurement records, contracts, and vendor documentation. Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and local statutory requirements. Monitor market trends and identify opportunities for cost savings and local sourcing. Resolve supplier-related issues, including quality, delivery, and commercial disputes. Coordinate with logistics and warehouse teams for smooth material receipt. Prepare procurement MIS reports, cost-saving reports, and supplier performance reports. Support internal and external procurement audits. Drive continuous improvement initiatives in procurement processes.

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