Procurement and Sourcing Officer Job at Vestates

Vestates was born on the 19th March 2013 as a private Limited Liability company, to launch out into the real estate and property management services space. Our aim over the years has been to provide complete real estate services. These include the sale and lease of residential and commercial properties, and long-term property management within Nigeria and Internationally.

From our early days of operation, we have focused on using technology to compete and create a niche for ourselves in the Nigerian real estate industry. Unfortunately, we had to step down to a more analogue approach if we were to work with other stakeholders in the real estate space in Nigeria. We dare say that, Vestates was ahead of its time in that regard.

Over time we have grown to possess a large network of clients, nationally and internationally, including work methods with a stable structure, enforced by a highly skilled and upright team. The corona virus pandemic (COVID-19) has indirectly exposed how dependent the world is on technology, to transmit information among other things; same importance is applicable to our business and cannot be overstated. Technology has now been brought back to our focus, thereby sponsoring seamless growth in our operations scale.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Procurement and Sourcing Officer

Job Location: Abuja (FCT) 
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports to: Business and Procurement Manager

Job Purpose

• The Procurement and Sourcing Officer will be responsible for overseeing the sourcing, purchasing, and supply of foodstuffs for the company.
• The role ensures cost-effective procurement of high-quality products, effective supplier relationship management, and efficient inventory flow to meet the needs of both restaurant and individual customers.

Key Responsibilities
Procurement & Sourcing

• Develop and implement procurement strategies to ensure a continuous supply of fresh and quality foodstuffs at competitive prices.
• Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with local farmers, wholesalers, and other suppliers.
• Monitor market trends, pricing, and supply conditions to optimise purchasing decisions.
• Establish and maintain supplier contracts and agreements.

Supplier & Vendor Management:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with reliable suppliers.
• Evaluate supplier performance regularly based on quality, delivery, and compliance.
• Onboard new suppliers to improve quality and reduce costs.

Inventory & Stock Control:

• Collaborate with warehouse and sales teams to maintain adequate stock levels.
• Minimize wastage and spoilage through proper demand forecasting and storage planning.
• Ensure timely replenishment to avoid stockouts.

Cost Management & Compliance:

• Support the Business and Procurement Manager to develop and manage procurement budgets.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, food safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Track and report procurement performance against KPIs like cost savings, supplier delivery rate, and spoilage levels.

Operational & Strategic Support:

• Provide support to streamline procurement processes to enhance efficiency.
• Contribute to overall business strategy by aligning procurement decisions with company growth objectives.
• Support sales teams by ensuring consistent product availability.

Qualifications & Experience

• HND or bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in procurement, preferably in FMCG, agriculture, or food distribution.
• Professional certification (e.g., CIPS, CPSM) is an added advantage.
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian food markets, commodity pricing, and supply chain dynamics.
• Proven negotiation, analytical, and vendor management skills.
• Familiarity with procurement software/ERP systems is an advantage.
• Ability to speak Hausa is an added advantage.

Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent negotiation and contract management skills.
• Strong analytical and cost management abilities.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and regulatory compliance.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of integrity and accountability.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Working Conditions:

• Regular visits to local markets, farms, and supplier sites.
• Combination of office and fieldwork.
• May require occasional travel across regions in Nigeria.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.