6 Procurement Manager jobs in Nigeria

The Procurement Manager for Proforce Limited is responsible for leading the strategic sourcing and procurement of all technology, engineering, software, hardware, and services required to support an organization’s intelligence, aerospace, and data analytics capabilities. This role covers procurement needs across the upstream, midstream, and downstream operations of a space company, including items for electrical systems, embedded systems, aerospace components, computer vision, GIS, mechanical systems, and related fields. The position involves managing the end-to-end procurement lifecycle — from vendor selection and negotiation to contract management and performance evaluation — while ensuring alignment with organizational goals. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of intelligence systems, engineering infrastructure, and a proven track record of securing favorable terms with technology and aerospace vendors.
br>Key Responsibilities
• Develop and execute a comprehensive procurement strategy for intelligence systems, engineering equipment, and space-related technologies, aligning with the company’s strategic goals.
• L ad all contract negotiations, ensuring terms, pricing, and service-level agreements (SLAs) are optimal while minimizing risk. < r>• M nage vendor relationships and performance, reviewing contracts regularly and holding vendors accountable for delivery, innovation, and compliance. < r>• C llaborate with engineering, aerospace, data science, and cybersecurity teams to understand technical requirements and ensure procured solutions meet operational needs. < r>• I plement and maintain a robust procurement process, including RFP development, bidding, and contract execution. < r>• M nitor global market trends and technology advancements in intelligence, aerospace, and engineering systems to maintain a competitive edge. < r>• P epare and present detailed reports on procurement activities, cost savings, and vendor performance to executive leadership. < r>• E sure all procurement activities comply with internal policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements. < r>Qualifications
• B chelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• S rong understanding of IT infrastructure, aerospace systems, cloud services, data platforms, and cybersecurity. < r>• E cellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities. < r>Skills & Competencies
• S rategic Thinking: Ability to develop a long-term procurement vision that supports space and intelligence operations. < r>• N gotiation: Expertise in negotiating complex contracts with technology and aerospace vendors. < r>• T chnical Acumen: Strong knowledge of intelligence systems, aerospace engineering, and supporting technologies. < r>• L adership: Demonstrated ability to lead procurement teams and influence stakeholders across engineering and corporate functions. < r>• C mmunication: Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills. < r>• R sk Management: Skilled in identifying and mitigating risks across diverse procurement categories.

Job Title: Spare Parts (Technical) Procurement Manager
Location: Lagos, Nigeria br>Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Type: Onsite
Report To: Head of Procurement/MD of Transport Business Unit.
Collaborate with: All departments

Job Summary;
We are seeking a highly experienced and data-driven Spare Parts (Technical) to oversee the procurement of technical spare parts, machinery, and equipment while ensuring optimal cost, quality, and timely availability. The ideal candidate must possess strong leadership, negotiation, analytical, and data structuring skills, using insights to drive cost-saving measures, supplier performance, and procurement efficiency in alignment with departmental KPIs and SLAs. This role requires a strong understanding of technical components, truck spare parts, engineering, and mechanical materials, as well as the ability to build data structures and procurement models for better decision-making.
Data-Driven Procurement & Cost Optimization
Build structured data models for procurement forecasting, supplier performance tracking, and cost trend analysis.
Leverage insights to drive strategic sourcing and cost-saving measures.
Monitor KPIs such as cost per unit, lead times, and inventory levels to improve procurement effectiveness.
Implement demand forecasting and spend analysis tools.
Sourcing & Supplier Management
Identify and evaluate reliable suppliers for spare parts, machinery, and technical equipment.
Lead vendor assessment, onboarding, and SLA compliance reviews.
Negotiate competitive contracts and pricing models.
Build a diverse supplier base to reduce the risk of supply chain disruptions.
Technical Procurement & Compliance
Ensure all procured items meet technical specifications and industry standards.
Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to align on technical requirements.
Monitor quality, safety, and environmental compliance across procurement activities.
Apply JIT and strategic stocking models to optimize inventory.
Technology & Automation in Procurement
Utilize ERP tools and e-procurement systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Coupa) for transaction tracking and performance analysis.
Maintain a real-time procurement database with pricing, vendor performance, and stock metrics.
Implement digital sourcing platforms to improve transparency and speed.
Process Improvement & Risk Management
Develop standardized procurement processes for technical items.
Identify procurement risks and implement proactive mitigation plans.
Continuously improve procurement cycle time and cost efficiency through analytics.
Leadership & Team Development
Lead and coach a procurement team towards excellence in technical sourcing.
Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and data literacy.
Train team members on analytics, sourcing tools, and technical procurement.

Required Skills & Competencies;
Strong understanding of truck/mechanical spare parts & equipment
Excellent negotiation & communication skills
Data modeling & cost optimization
ERP & procurement systems proficiency (SAP, Oracle, Coupa)
Results-oriented & analytical mindset
Risk mitigation & SLA compliance
Spend analysis & procurement intelligence
Leadership & vendor management
Continuous process improvement
Regulatory & compliance knowledge (ISO, safety standards)
Team development & cross-functional collaboration
Long-term sourcing strategy development

Required Qualifications & Experience;
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or related field. < r>Professional certifications (e.g., CIPS, CPSM, PMP, APICS) preferred.
5–7 years of procurement experience, with at least 2 years in technical/mechanical parts sourcing. < r>Demonstrated experience in supplier negotiations, contract management, and cost control.
Proven success in transport, manufacturing, engineering, or logistics-related procurement.

Job Summary:
The Supply Chain Analyst plays a crucial role in optimizing supply chain operations by analyzing data, identifying inefficiencies, and implementing improvements. They collaborate with various teams to ensure smooth procurement, inventory management, and distribution processes while leveraging data-driven insights to enhance performance and cost-effectiveness. br>Key Responsibilities:
• Analyze supply chain data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for cost savings. < r>• evelop reports and dashboards to monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to procurement, inventory, and logistics. < r>• C llaborate with cross-functional teams, including procurement, logistics, and finance, to enhance supply chain inefficiency. < r>• F recast demand and supply trends to ensure optimal inventory levels and minimize shortages or excess stock. < r>• S pport vendor management by evaluating supplier performance and ensuring compliance with contract terms. < r>• I entify risks and develop contingency plans to mitigate disruptions in the supply chain. < r>• I plement process improvements and automation strategies to streamline operations. < r>• S ay up to date with industry trends, technologies, and best practices to drive continuous improvement. < r>• P ovide first and second-level support for SAP users, troubleshoot and resolve SAP system issues < r>• C llaborate with business units to understand requirements and implement configuration changes and enhancements < r>• C ordinate with external vendors and consultants and train end-users on SAP functionalities < r>Required Skills & Qualifications:
• B chelor's degree in Engineering / Supply Chain Management < r>• 4 years of experience in supply chain analysis, logistics, or procurement. < r>• 3 years of experience in SAP support, Strong knowledge of SAP modules (MM, SD, PP, QM) < r>• P oficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, SQL, and supply chain management software. < r>• S rong problem-solving skills and ability to work with large datasets. < r>• E cellent communication and collaboration skills to work with diverse teams. < r>• K owledge of industry regulations and best practices in supply chain management. < r>• E perience with SAP troubleshooting and configuration, SAP security, and user management

The mission of Microsoft Business Applications is to help our customers digitally transform their businesses to drive new sources of revenue, create new and engaging ways to serve their customers, and to transform the way in which their business runs to drive new levels of profitability for their organization.
In this role you will be the Technology Specialist (pre-sales consultant) for your assigned workload and a member of the sales team that consists of Solution Specialist, Customer Success Unit, partners, and engineering. In this role you will advance pipeline by assisting the Solution Specialist in qualifying the deal, developing the strategy and inspiring the CxO/Business Decision Maker/Technical Decision Maker. You are responsible for designing the solution and delivering an industry-aligned demonstration to the customer. You will engage partners for co-sell and implementation considerations, engineering to assist with emerging technologies and Customer Success Unit for deal support. The demo will focus on solving the technical proof requirements while highlighting our business value and competitive differentiators and should result in securing the customer's solution design endorsement. Once the solution design is secured, you will support the Solution Specialist in finalizing the customer proposal and assisting with licensing.
You will develop relationships with the decision makers with our customers and position yourself as a trusted advisor in your domain. As a recognized product expert, you are responsible for sharing your technical, industry knowledge and best practices with your peers.
Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.
**Responsibilities**
+ Advance qualified pipeline revenue by demonstrating solution capabilities, addressing technical proof requirements, and securing the customer's solution design endorsement.
+ Engage with the account team to land solution envisioning sessions and business value assessments.
+ Proactively deliver compelling customer centric solution demonstrations based on technical workload expertise while building Business Decision Maker/CxO/Technical Decision Maker connections.
+ Address solution architecture considerations and competitive objection handling.
+ Assist in formalizing the customer proposal.
+ Collaborate with Partners and Customer Success to align on agreed upon deployment plan and Key Performance Indicators.
+ Lead discovery sessions in each opportunity, yielding output of customer-agreed business challenges and win themes prioritized with business value.
**Qualifications**
**Required/minimum qualifications**
+ 6+ years of technical pre-sales or technical consulting experience
+ OR Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field AND 4+ years of technical pre-sales or technical consulting experience
+ OR Master's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field AND 3+ years of technical pre-sales or technical consulting experience
+ OR equivalent experience.
**Additional or preferred qualifications**
+ 7+ years of technical pre-sales or technical consulting, or related experience OR equivalent experience.
+ 4+ years' experience with cloud and hybrid, or on premises infrastructures, architecture designs, migrations, industry standards, and/or technology management.
+ 7+ years of related experience:
+ Solution pre-sales for business applications and/or SaaS-based company or similar technology.
+ Solution pre-sales of complex business application deals requiring orchestration of large, dispersed, virtual teams composed of industry and solution team members.
+ Solutions pre-sales best practices including but not limited to; discovery, building and crafting solution strategies that differentiate from the competition, value-based selling, identifying, and expanding product opportunities.
+ Successful track record of competitive displacement.
+ Ability to drive and influence stakeholders across organizational boundaries through organizational, presentation, envisioning, writing, and verbal communication skills.
+ Proven track record in prioritization and orchestration of resources for complex customer digital transformation engagements.
+ Deep understanding of: Business application solutions
+ Commercial cloud offerings, ideally Microsoft's cloud platform as well as competitive knowledge of other business applications and related ecosystems.
+ Customer facing business processes in one or more industries such as Financial Services, Manufacturing, Automotive, Oil & Gas, Utilities, Retail & Consumer Goods, Healthcare, Public Sector and Media & Communications.
+ Business value selling methodologies and practices that successfully convey the value and business outcomes
+ How to uncover customer's stated and unstated needs and how technology can be leveraged to solve business problems.
+ Desired Skills:
+ High level of self-awareness, reflection, and empathy.
+ Ability to skillfully communicate, demonstrate, and prove the value of Dynamics 365 Business Applications.
+ Customer-centric mindset with demonstrated passion for delivering customer value.
+ Excel at coordinating team resources to build and deliver a compelling solution demonstration
+ Proven collaborator capable of influencing internal and external teams.
+ Excellent presentation and communications skills across various customer stakeholders, e.g., CIO, CFO, CMO, VP of Sales, etc.
+ Adept at challenging perspectives and differentiating from the competition by reframing value and exemplifying customer obsession.
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations ( .

Job Summary
The Procurement and Tender Manager oversees the end-to-end tendering and procurement process to ensure the organisation acquires goods, works, and services at the best possible value. The role involves preparing tender documents, managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable laws. br>
Key Responsibilities
Tender Management

Lead the preparation, compilation, and submission of tender documents in line with client specifications and deadlines.

Analyse tender requirements and identify potential risks, cost implications, and compliance issues.

Coordinate with technical, financial, and legal teams to ensure accurate and competitive tender submissions.

Maintain an up-to-date database of tenders, bids, and related correspondence.

Procurement Management

Develop and implement procurement strategies that ensure cost efficiency and quality.

Source and evaluate suppliers, conduct negotiations, and establish long-term supplier agreements.

Review purchase requisitions and ensure timely procurement of materials and services.

Monitor supplier performance and address quality, delivery, or compliance issues.

Compliance & Reporting

Ensure all procurement and tendering activities comply with company policies, contractual obligations, and relevant regulations.

Maintain accurate records of procurement and tender processes for audit purposes.

Prepare and present procurement and tender reports to management.

Stakeholder Management

Build strong relationships with suppliers, contractors, and service providers.

Liaise with internal departments to understand procurement needs and tender specifications.

Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field. < r>
Professional certification (e.g., CIPS, PMP) is an added advantage.

Minimum of 5–7 years’ experience in procurement and tender management, preferably in (industry type).
Proven track record in winning tenders and achieving cost savings.

Skills & Competencies
Strong negotiation and contract management skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Proficient in procurement software and MS Office Suite.

Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills.

High level of integrity and ethical business practices.

Working Conditions
Office-based with occasional travel for supplier visits and bid meetings.

May require extended hours during tender submission periods.