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Purchase Officer (Associate)
About this role
Tetra Maritime is seeking a Purchase Officer (Associate) in Lagos. The role involves sourcing, negotiating and purchasing goods and services for the organisation while ensuring quality, cost-effectiveness and timely delivery. It also includes vendor management, inventory coordination and compliance with procurement policies. The position requires coordinating with multiple internal departments and maintaining supplier records and reports. Prior experience in purchasing or procurement is needed, with a preference for candidates from hospitality, catering, food service or FMCG sectors.
What you would do
- Identify and evaluate suppliers based on quality, price, delivery and service
- Obtain quotations and negotiate pricing, payment terms and contracts
- Prepare and process purchase requisitions and purchase orders
- Monitor order status and ensure timely delivery of materials
- Coordinate with stores, operations, kitchen and accounts departments
- Maintain supplier records and develop vendor relationships
- Compare market prices and pursue cost-saving opportunities
- Ensure purchased items meet quality standards and specifications
- Resolve supplier issues related to deliveries, shortages and quality
- Maintain procurement documentation and reports
What they are asking for
- Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or related field
- 2-5+ years of experience in purchasing or procurement
- Experience in hospitality, catering, food service or FMCG preferred
- Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
- Knowledge of procurement procedures and supply chain operations
- Proficiency in MS Excel, ERP and procurement software
- Good analytical and cost-control skills
- Excellent communication and coordination abilities
- Attention to detail and problem-solving capability
- Preferred for catering industry: knowledge of food commodities, packaging materials, housekeeping items and kitchen equipment procurement
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