Job title: Head of Procurement Job at NTEL
Company: Lagos State
Job description: NTEL, is a Nigerian telecommunications company that launched as a 4G LTE provider in 2016. It was formed after NATCOM Development and Investment Limited (NatCom) acquired the assets of the defunct NITEL. NTEL aims to redefine the Nigerian telecommunications landscape by offering high-speed internet access and clear voice over LTE. NTEL aims to deliver its services across the largest possible network coverage in Nigeria.We are recruiting to fill the position below:Job Position: Head of ProcurementJob Location: Lagos Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-timeJob Description
- Develop and implement procurement policies, procedures, and strategies to optimize spending and enhance operational efficiency.
- Identify and mitigate procurement-related risks, including supplier reliability, regulatory compliance, and market fluctuations.
- Establish and manage strong relationships with key suppliers and vendors to ensure the timely and cost-effective delivery of goods and services.
- Develop and oversee procurement budgets and spending forecasts, ensuring cost-effective purchasing decisions
- Ensure that procurement processes comply with internal policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements
- Build, train, and manage a high-performing procurement team, fostering a culture of efficiency and continuous improvement
- Monitor industry trends, pricing fluctuations and emerging best practices to enhance ntel’s procurement strategy.
- Present procurement performance reports and strategic recommendations to senior management.
Requirements
Education / Certification:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Supply chain management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Masters in a related field is required
- Relevant certification and/or professional qualification from recognized bodies(CIPS, or similar) is required
Experience:
- 7+ years of experience in logistics including:
- 3 years in a leadership role, preferably in the Telecoms, ICT, or Finance sector.
- 3 years in managing logistics operations, optimizing supply chain efficiency, and driving cost reduction strategies.
- Managing investor relations, working with Senior Executives and Boards of Director
Competencies:
Knowledge:
- Knowledge of supply chain management principles, logistics technologies,and warehousing
- Knowledge of procurement best practices, contract negotiation, and vendor management
- Knowledge of International shipping and import/export regulations (if applicable)
Skills:
- Strategic thinking and decision making
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills,
- Excellent sourcing and negotiation skills
- Risk assessment and mitigation
- Microsoft Office Suite
- ERP and Procurement software.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Computer and Information Technology
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and projects in a fast-paced environment.
Behaviour:
- Resilience
- Adaptable
- High integrity and ethical standards
- Analytical and detail-oriented.
- Commitment to continuous improvement
- Leadership and team development
- Collaboration and relationship building
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their CV (PDF) to: using the Job Position as the subject of the email.
Expected salary:
Location: Nigeria
Job date: Mon, 07 Jul 2025 03:40:17 GMT