About the Role
The Label Store is a leading retail supermarket dedicated to providing customers with quality groceries, household products, and excellent customer service in a convenient shopping environment. We are seeking a proactive, detail-oriented, and highly organized Procurement Officer to join our dynamic retail operations team in Lagos.
Key Responsibilities- Source and evaluate reliable suppliers based on price, quality, delivery performance, and overall value.
- Obtain and compare competitive quotations to ensure the best commercial terms for the supermarket.
- Prepare, process, and track purchase requisitions and orders from placement through final delivery.
- Negotiate favorable pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules with local vendors and distributors.
- Monitor inventory levels closely in collaboration with warehouse and branch teams to prevent stockouts and overstocking.
- Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier databases, contracts, and pricing schedules.
- Ensure full compliance with company procurement policies, internal controls, and regulatory standards.
- Collaborate with the finance team to reconcile invoices, purchase orders, and timely supplier payments.
- Prepare comprehensive procurement reports, cost analyses, and purchasing forecasts for management review.
- Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives and continuous process improvements within the supply chain.
- Bachelor's Degree or HND in Purchasing and Supply, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Economics, or a related field.
- Minimum of 2 years of proven procurement or purchasing experience within a retail supermarket, FMCG, wholesale, or distribution environment.
- Must reside in Magodo or its immediate environs for easy accessibility to our retail branches.
- Strong working knowledge of modern procurement processes, vendor management, and inventory coordination.
- Exceptional negotiation, communication, and interpersonal relationship management skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly advanced Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
- High level of professional integrity, accountability, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced retail environment.
- Competitive salary package commensurate with experience and industry standards.
- Health insurance coverage and other employee wellness benefits.
- Opportunities for continuous professional development and career advancement in retail management.
- A collaborative, supportive, and dynamic work environment with a growing retail brand.