Amo Byng Nigeria Limited is a leading producer of animal feed in Nigeria. We have factories located in Awe, Oyo State; Jos, Plateau State,Our products comprise of crumble, pellets, and mash made with high-quality ingredients and formulated to meet the nutritional needs of different types of poultry and other livestock.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Position: Procurement Manager
Job Location: Awe, Oyo
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Purpose
- To ensure that raw materials and other essential items are procured efficiently and delivered promptly, from the right source, in the correct quantity and quality, and at the most cost-effective price, supporting uninterrupted operations across all branches.
Key Roles and Responsibilities
- Source raw materials, consumables, and production inputs in a cost-effective and timely manner.
- Monitor material requirements and usage patterns across multiple branches, ensuring alignment with weekly procurement planning.
- Ensure on-time delivery and effective supplier performance in compliance with service-level agreements.
- Liaise with suppliers to build strong relationships, resolve delivery issues, and ensure compliance with company standards.
- Collaborate with internal departments, including operations and production, to determine procurement needs and timelines.
- Monitor and analyze procurement cycle times to optimize the sourcing-to-delivery process.
- Conduct regular market research and intelligence gathering to stay updated on material availability, price fluctuations, and alternative sources.
- Ensure zero stock-out situations through proactive planning, in collaboration with the inventory and warehouse teams.
- Work with Accounts and Treasury to ensure timely and accurate payments to suppliers.
- Provide guidance and supervision to junior procurement staff.
- Escalate supply risks to management and recommend mitigative strategies.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of procurement systems, policies, and procedures.
- Ensure compliance with all procurement policies and ethical standards in supplier dealings.
Qualifications and Experience
- B.Sc / HND qualification in Accounting, Business Administration, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or any related discipline.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in procurement, preferably within the agricultural, food processing, or feed manufacturing sector.
Skills and Competencies:
- Strong knowledge of procurement principles, vendor management, and supply chain dynamics
- Data-driven decision-making and analytical skills
- Excellent negotiation and contract management capabilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, ERP systems, and procurement tools
- Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple procurement cycles simultaneously
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
- People management and leadership potential
- Ethical, professional, and results-oriented.
Behavioural Competencies:
- Resourcefulness: Innovative approach to sourcing and resolving supply challenges
- Dependability: Reliable in meeting deadlines and procurement targets
- Passion: Demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment to excellence
- Integrity: Maintains high ethical standards in all transactions
- Promptness: Timely execution of procurement duties
- Accountability: Takes ownership of assigned responsibilities
- Professionalism: Represents the company positively in all engagements.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications to: recruitment@amobyng.com.ng using the Job Position as the subject of the email.