Procurement Manager

Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly organized and commercially astute Procurement Manager to lead purchasing activities, supplier relationships, procurement controls, and inventory coordination. The successful candidate will secure quality goods and services at competitive prices, ensure timely supply to operating departments, and identify sustainable cost efficiencies. Extensive hospitality procurement knowledge, including food and beverage, housekeeping, maintenance, and general operating supplies, is essential.Key ResponsibilitiesProcurement Planning and OperationsDevelop procurement strategies aligned with operational requirements and approved budgets.Coordinate sourcing of goods, equipment, materials, and services required across departments.Review purchase requisitions, obtain competitive quotations, and administer purchase orders.Monitor delivery schedules to prevent operational interruptions.Work with departmental heads to forecast needs, set specifications, and plan purchases.Maintain accurate supplier, purchasing, and procurement documentation.Vendor Management and Cost OptimisationSource, assess, onboard, and manage reliable suppliers and service providers.Negotiate prices, payment terms, contracts, and delivery commitments.Monitor suppliers for product quality, price competitiveness, and reliability.Identify savings through market research, price comparisons, and strategic sourcing.Maintain productive supplier relationships while enforcing contractual commitments.Inventory and Quality ControlCoordinate with storekeeping and operational teams to monitor inventory and replenish stock.Help establish suitable reorder levels to balance availability and stockholding costs.Ensure deliveries meet approved specifications and quality standards.Investigate shortages, discrepancies, damaged goods, and supplier invoice issues.Minimise wastage, unnecessary purchases, and excess inventory.Compliance and ReportingEnsure compliance with procurement policies, approval limits, and applicable regulations.Maintain transparency and an appropriate audit trail for purchasing decisions.Prepare reports on expenditure, supplier performance, price trends, and savings.Identify purchasing risks and support audit and control reviews.Qualifications and RequirementsDegree or HND in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.CIPS or comparable procurement qualification.At least 5 years of relevant procurement experience.Proven hospitality industry procurement experience is mandatory.Strong knowledge of food and beverage procurement, hotel operating supplies, and inventory management.Hands-on experience in sourcing, supplier negotiation, purchasing controls, and cost reduction.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and procurement or stock management systems.Excellent negotiation, commercial awareness, analytical, organisational, and communication skills.Monthly salary is ₦250,000 – ₦300,000 (negotiable based on experience).