Finance Officer, Procurement

AI summary

Dangote Cement Plc is hiring a detail-oriented Finance Officer to join its Procurement team in Nigeria. The role involves quality control of received goods, supplier research and negotiation, purchase order management, and building strong supplier relationships. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field, 3–7 years of experience, and strong analytical and communication skills.

• Finance Officer role within the Procurement team at Dangote Cement Plc
• Requires Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related discipline
• 3 to 7 years of relevant work experience needed
• Professional certification such as ICAN or ACCA is an added advantage
• Experience with SAP and IFRS is required
• Focus on supplier negotiation, quality control, and cost savings

Description

The Dangote Group is one of the most diversified business conglomerates in Africa with a hard-earned reputation for excellent business practices and products' quality with its operational headquarters in the bustling metropolis of Lagos, Nigeria in West Africa. The Group's activities encompass: Cement - Manufacturing / Importing Sugar - Manufacturing & Refining Salt - Refining Flour & Semolina - Milling Pasta - Manufacturing Noodles - Manufacturing Poly Products - Manufacturing Logistics - Port Management and Haulage Real Estate Dangote Foundation Since inception, the Group has experienced phenomenal growth on account of quality of its goods and services, its focus on cost leadership and efficiency of its human capital. Today, Dangote Group is a multi-billion Naira company poised to reach new heights, in every endeavour competing with itself to better the past. The Group's core business focus is to provide local, value added products and services that meet the 'basic needs' of the populace. Through the construction and operation of large scale manufacturing facilities in Nigeria and across Africa, the Group is focused on building local manufacturing capacity to generate employment and provide goods for the people. Job Summary Dangote Cement Plc is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Finance Officer to join our Procurement team. The ideal candidate will also work with internal teams to support smart purchasing decisions and build strong supplier relationships. Key Duties and Responsibilities: Quality control-In alignment with plant stores, inspect the quality of products received, identifying and reporting products below the approved specification. Determining the goods, services, or works required by the company and ensuring they are procured efficiently. Researching and evaluating potential suppliers for quality, reliability, and pricing. Negotiating contracts with suppliers to secure the best deals and terms. Preparing and managing purchase orders in accordance with the company's needs and budget. Monitoring and tracking orders to ensure timely delivery and resolving any issues that arise. Build and maintain long-term strategic relationships with assigned distributors and top-tier customers to realize maximum value for Dangote Cement Plc. Managing relationships with key suppliers to maintain the quality of goods, timely delivery, and compliance with contract terms. Ensuring all procurement activities adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and company policies. Assessing and mitigating risks associated with procurement processes. Analyzing procurement data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements. Working closely with other departments to ensure alignment and support decision-making processes as needed. Requirements: Education: and Work Experience: Bachelor's degree or its equivalent in Accounting or related discipline. Professional certification from a recognized body (e.g., ICAN, ACCA) will be an added advantage. 3 to 7 years of relevant work experience. Skills and Competencies: Good understanding of trends, challenges, opportunities, regulations, and legislations relating to the cement manufacturing industry. Advanced accounting knowledge, including experience: with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Working knowledge and demonstrated experience: in the use of accounting packages and systems, including SAP. Ability to gather, collate, and analyze information/ data effectively and efficiently. Good problem-solving skills. Attention to detail. Good interpersonal relationships and people management skills. Good oral and written communication skills. High ethical standards and integrity. Proficiency in the use of MS Office tools.