Applications are invited from suitable and qualified candidates for the Position of Procurement Officer at The Place.
About The Place
The Place is a fast-growing Nigerian conglomerate operating in the quick service restaurant (QSR) sector of the hospitality industry. Managed by professionals with strong consulting and accounting backgrounds, the company has built a solid reputation for quality service and operational excellence. With over 1,000 employees and 17 outlets across Lagos and Abuja, The Place continues to expand rapidly, driven by its commitment to delivering great food experiences and sustainable business growth.
Summary
- Company: The Place
- Job Title: Procurement Officer – Abuja
- Job Type: Full Time
- Qualification: BA/BSc/HND
- Location: Abuja
- Experience: 3–4 years | Industry: QSR, Hospitality, FMCG
- Reports to: Procurement Manager
Job Title: Procurement Officer – Abuja
About the Role
We are a leading QSR in the Hospitality sector seeking a Procurement Officer to manage sourcing activities at our outstations. The Executive would visit major markets, Farms and supplier locations to find reliable vendors, negotiate prices, and ensure items are bought on time and at good cost. The role also involves using ERP tools for processing purchase orders and request, requires regular travel to Identify new vendors, monitoring of vendor performance and consistent research/market survey to stay updated on price changes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Research and identify Farm Produce/items that are cheaper to buy in outstation regions or more cost-effective to bring in from other regions
- Research and identify markets and supplier hubs within your outstation to find quality vendors for all food and non-food items.
- Vet and register new vendors and distributors, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with company policy.
- Process daily outstation Purchase Request and Purchase Orders using the ERP system (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics 365).
- Monitor market trends and price changes regularly and share insights with the Procurement Manager.
- Keep proper records of all purchases and coordinate with warehouse, inventory, and finance teams for smooth procurement operations.
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Qualifications for the Position of Procurement Officer at The Place
- Degree/Diploma in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business Admin, or related field.
- 3–4 years of relevant experience, preferably in QSR, hospitality, or FMCG.
- Field experience with vendors in local and rural markets.
- ERP knowledge (esp. Microsoft Dynamics 365) and strong negotiation skills.
- Proficiency in Excel and Word for reporting.
- Willingness to travel often and work independently.
- Hausa or Yoruba fluency is a plus, depending on the region.
Deadline
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