Sonia Foods Industries is one of the leading tomato products processing factories in West Africa. Its headquarter is located in Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, KM 39. The company produces Tomato Mix, Peppe & Onion Tomato Seasoning Mix, Curry Powder and Thyme Leaves, under the brand name Sonia. The factory is located in Ikorodu Shagamu Express Road, Onigbagbe/Sotubo Village, Shagamu, Ogun State, Nigeria.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Procurement Manager – Raw Commodities (FMCG)
Location: Ogun
Job Summary
- We are seeking a highly experienced and driven Procurement Manager with a strong background in FMCG and in-depth expertise in sourcing raw agricultural commodities such as Garri, Ginger, and other staples across Nigeria.
- The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of local sourcing markets, supplier relationship management, and procurement best practices.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies for raw agricultural commodities to meet quality, cost, and delivery targets.
- Identify, evaluate, and manage relationships with suppliers, cooperatives, aggregators, and local farmers across Nigeria.
- Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing with vendors to ensure cost-efficiency and value for money.
- Ensure compliance with procurement policies, food safety standards, and ethical sourcing practices.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including quality assurance, production, and finance, to ensure raw material availability and alignment with business needs.
- Maintain accurate procurement records, contracts, and supplier performance evaluations.
- Lead procurement planning, budgeting, and forecasting for assigned commodities.
- Monitor market trends, price fluctuations, and supply conditions for key commodities.
- Conduct regular field visits and market assessments to identify sourcing opportunities and mitigate supply risks.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in procurement, business administration, agriculture, or a related field. A relevant master’s degree or professional certification is a plus.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement within the FMCG sector, with a strong emphasis on sourcing agricultural raw materials.
- Excellent negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail.
- Willingness to travel extensively across Nigeria for sourcing and supplier engagement.
- Proven experience in field sourcing and managing procurement operations across Nigeria’s regional markets.
- Strong knowledge of commodity pricing, local supplier ecosystems, and agri-supply chain dynamics.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
- Exposure to strategic sourcing and impact-driven procurement
- Supportive and collaborative work culture.
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing FMCG business
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] / CC: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.
Note: The role is not for a supply chain and logistics manager. It’s strictly for procurement experts from an FMCG background
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