Local Purchase Coordinator Job at West African Ceramics Limited

West African Ceramics Limited is a leading Manufacturer of high quality building material in Nigeria. With over 30 years of expertise, we provide a wide range of top tier products, including Tiles, Marbles, granite, adhesives, grouts and light steel gauge profiles, all meticulously crafted to meet International standards. We take pride in offering a quality alternative to imported materials, supporting the growth of Nigeria's construction industry

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Local Purchase Coordinator

Job Location: Ajaokuta, Kogi
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• The Local Purchase Coordinator is responsible for handling all procurement activities related to local vendors and suppliers.
• This includes sourcing materials, negotiating prices, placing orders, ensuring timely delivery, and maintaining optimal inventory levels to support uninterrupted manufacturing operations.
• The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation skills, a good understanding of supply chain processes, and experience in dealing with local suppliers in the manufacturing sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and evaluate local suppliers for raw materials, consumables, MRO items, and services.
• Obtain quotations, compare prices, and negotiate terms and conditions.
• Raise Purchase Orders (POs) in the ERP system and follow up for order confirmations and delivery.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials to meet production requirements.
• Coordinate with warehouse and quality teams for goods receipt and inspection.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation.
• Monitor and manage supplier performance (quality, cost, delivery).
• Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships.
• Track and reduce purchase costs without compromising quality.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and quality standards.
• Assist in periodic supplier audits and performance evaluations.
• Support in developing alternate sources for critical supplies.
• Liaise with finance for timely processing of supplier payments

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Commerce, Engineering, or related field
• 5–8 years of experience in procurement or local purchasing, preferably in a manufacturing setup
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word) and ERP software
• Knowledge of procurement regulations and vendor compliance is a plus

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Good knowledge of local supplier markets
• Understanding of procurement and supply chain processes
• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Tally, etc.).

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications to: recruitment@royal-ceramic.com using the Job Position as the subject of the mail.