Procurement Assistant at Lumos Nigeria - Apply

Posted on: 29 December, 2017Deadline: 2 January, 2018

Lumos offers clean and affordable solar power to a market of 1.3 billion potential customers who live off the electricity grid.Lumos enables people to replace hazardous and expensive kerosene generators and lanterns with modern solar electricity that can power lights, cellphones, fans, computers, TVs and other small electronic devices (all at once, every day). By offering Solar Power as a Service, Lumos offers homes and small businesses a simple and affordable way to pay for electricity in small installments using their mobile phones

Procurement Assistant

• Job TypeFull Time  
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND  
• Experience2 years
• LocationLagos
• Job FieldProcurement / Store-keeping / Supply Chain  

 Function: Operations

Reporting Relationship (Line Manager): Procurement & Logistics Manager

Job Responsibilities

• Estimating and establishing cost parameters and budgets for purchases
• Maintain accurate records of purchases and pricing
• Create and maintain good relationships with vendors/suppliers
• Maintain records of purchases, pricing, and other important data
• Review and analyze all vendors/suppliers, supply, and price options
• Develop plans for purchasing equipment, services and supplies
• Negotiate the best deal for pricing and supply contracts
• Ensure that products and supplies are high quality
• Create and maintain inventory of all incoming and current supplies
• Maintain and update list of suppliers and their qualifications, delivery times, and potential future development
• Making professional decisions in a fast-paced environment
• Working with team members and the Procurement & Logistics Manager to complete duties as needed

Educational Qualifications & Functional / Technical Skills

• 1st Degree/HND in any discipline in Business Administration, Accounting or related field
• Preference for at least 2-year experience as Procurement officer or related position
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel)

Relevant Experience

• Solid knowledge and understanding of procurement processes, policy, and systems
• Experience in vendor management

Other Requirements

• Ability to analyze problems and strategize for better solutions
• Ability to negotiate, establish, and administer contracts
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• Accurate and precise attention to detail
• Ability to work well with management and staff at all levels
• Goal-oriented, organized team player

Method of Application

Send cv to careers@lumos.com.ng

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