About the Role
The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Procurement Assistant II (International) to join our growing team in Nigeria. In this role, you will play a critical part in supporting our award-winning research-for-development (R4D) mission by ensuring efficient international supply chain operations, global sourcing, and compliance with procurement standards.
Key Responsibilities- Conduct foreign market research to identify potential international suppliers and evaluate them based on quality, reliability, and financial stability.
- Negotiate pricing, contractual terms, and delivery schedules with global suppliers to secure competitive and favourable agreements.
- Process foreign purchase orders accurately and monitor shipment progress to proactively resolve any fulfillment or logistics issues.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Logistics, Finance, and Research units to guarantee seamless supply chain operations.
- Ensure strict compliance with international trade regulations, import requirements, and institutional procurement policies.
- Maintain comprehensive records of purchases, supplier documentation, and generate regular reports on procurement performance.
- Bachelor Degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, International Trade, or a related field.
- Minimum of two (2) years of relevant professional experience in international purchasing or procurement roles.
- Professional certification in Procurement and Supply Chain Management (such as CIPS or CIPSMN) is a strong added advantage.
- Demonstrated proficiency in procurement software, supply chain tools, and Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong negotiation, market analysis, problem-solving, and cross-functional communication skills.
- Competitive salary package within the non-profit research sector.
- Opportunities for professional growth and international stakeholder engagement.
- Collaborative, multicultural work environment dedicated to improving livelihoods in Africa.