Operational Buyer

Rubber Estates Nigeria Limited is a major player in the Agro-Allied Industry in Nigeria and a member of the SIFCA Group in Ivory Coast. We operate Plantations in Ondo, Ogun, Delta, and Edo States in Nigeria.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Operational Buyer

Location: Araromi Obu - Odigbo, Ondo
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• Procure the Company's needed goods and services, based on specification, with good quality at affordable price and timely delivery, within the scope of assigned responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure goods and services that meet company requirements for quality, cost, and timely delivery.
• Identify, evaluate, negotiate with, and manage suppliers to achieve the best value, quality, and performance.
• Implement procurement strategies, monitor supplier performance, and drive cost-saving initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, contractual obligations, legal requirements, and financial regulations.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers, contractors, and internal stakeholders to support business needs.
• Prepare procurement reports, support contract management, and mitigate risks associated with procurement activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Purchasing and Supply Management, Marketing, Accounting or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in procurement, supply chain management, vendor management and 3 years’ experience in importation process and use of Customs, NAFDAC & SON platforms
• Member of a recognized procurement and supply body
• Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• The candidate must have good knowledge of Nigeria Customs portal for importation, excellent negotiation, vendor management skills, strong knowledge of procurement regulations, cost analysis, contract negotiation, strong analytical and problem solving skills