About the Role
Fastest Cakes was birthed with the vision of delivering awesome and affordable cakes very fast. We are currently seeking a dynamic and dedicated Procurement Officer to join our growing team in Ikeja, Lagos. In this role, you will be instrumental in ensuring our production kitchens are consistently stocked with the highest quality ingredients and supplies, enabling us to deliver delicious cakes swiftly to our valued customers. If you have a keen eye for detail, strong negotiation skills, and a passion for operational excellence, we invite you to apply.
Key Responsibilities- Overseeing and supervising all daily activities of the purchasing department to ensure seamless cake production operations.
- Preparing strategic plans and schedules for the purchase of baking and cake production supplies.
- Following and strictly enforcing the company procurement policies and procedures across all transactions.
- Reviewing, comparing, analyzing, and approving products and services to be purchased for optimal value.
- Managing inventories meticulously and maintaining accurate purchase, stock, and pricing records.
- Maintaining and updating supplier information, including qualifications, delivery times, and product ranges.
- Building and maintaining good supplier relations while negotiating favorable contracts and pricing.
- Researching and evaluating prospective suppliers to expand our vendor network.
- Preparing comprehensive budgets, cost analyses, and procurement reports for management.
- Candidates should possess a Bachelor degree in a relevant field with at least 2 years of professional work experience in procurement or inventory management.
- Must reside in or around Ikeja, Lagos, to ensure reliable and timely commute.
- Exceptional ability to pay close attention to details and maintain accuracy in data management.
- Sound knowledge of procurement processes, supply chain, and stock management.
- Proficiency in using Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets for inventory tracking and reporting.
- Strong communication, leadership, and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively across departments.
- Capacity to perform duties diligently and calmly, particularly during stressful high-demand periods.
- Must be available to work on some Sundays and public holidays as production schedules demand.
- Willingness to work from the office 23 days a month and commit to a long-term career with the company.
- Competitive starting salary of ₦300,000 per month.
- Opportunity for long-term career growth and stability with a fast-growing brand in the food and bakery industry.
- Dynamic and supportive work environment in the heart of Ikeja.