Project Procurement Manager at UAC Foods Limited

UAC Foods Limited is a leading manufacturer and Marketer of tasty, nourishing convenience foods. The business is a joint venture between UACN Plc of Nigeria with 51% equity stake and Tiger Brands of South Africa with 49%. We are a quality conscious company and always aim to add value to our consumers with our rich basket of Snacks, Beverage and Dairies products. Our foremost act of social responsibility is the nutritious, hygienic and safe products that we consistently give to Nigerians.

Staffed with the right people in key Technical, Production and Customer Service Units coupled with our rich culture of innovation spanning many years, we have remained a dominant player in the food industry. Our company pioneered the Sausage Roll market in 1952 and for over 50 years, Gala has kept Nigerians going in their journey to success.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Project Procurement Manager

Location: Lagos

Job Description

• The candidate will oversee Procurement aspect of the project.
• Working experience as procurement manager > 5 years (on projects)
• Create/release purchase orders, prepare/follow up payment schedule.
• Co-ordination with OEM, OEM rep for enquiry, ordering, delivery, contracts, payments etc.
• Identify & highlight risks - delays in supply, cost escalation etc.
• Experience - SAP
• Tender processing & evaluation.
• Prepare comparative statements, motivation & approval memos.
• Identification, qualification & selection of suppliers, contractors, sub-contractors.
• Contract drafting, negotiation and managing suppliers through the whole procurement process.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant field
• 5+ years relevant work experience.
• Proven experience in similar roles.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the job title as the subject of the mail.

Note: Only candidates who meet the specifications will be contacted.