Procurement Assistant at Lumos Nigeria, Saturday 30, December 2017

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

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

TO APPLY

Send cv to careers@lumos.com.ng

Procurement Assistant at Lumos Nigeria, Saturday 30, December 2017