Procurement Assistant II (International)
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IITA is hiring two Procurement Assistant II (International) staff in Ibadan, Oyo State. The role focuses on international sourcing, supplier management, purchasing operations, compliance with trade regulations, and cross-functional collaboration to support agricultural research supply chains.
- 2 openings available
- Based in Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria
- International procurement and supplier management focus
- Requires cross-functional collaboration with Logistics, Finance, and Research units
- Compliance with international trade regulations and Institute policies
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Job Title: Procurement Assistant II (International)
Procurement Assistant II (International) at International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) - 2 Openings
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Sep 23, 2026, 4:04 AM
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The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is a not-for-profit institution that generates agricultural innovations to meet Africa’s most pressing challenges of hunger, malnutrition, poverty, and natural resource degradation. Working with various partners across sub-Saharan Africa, we improve livelihoods, enhance food and nutrition security, increase employment, and preserve natural resource integrity. IITA is a member of CGIAR, a global agriculture research partnership for a food secure future.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job ID: IITA/P&C/NRS2026-040
Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Slot: 2
Duties
International Sourcing and Supplier Management:
Assess potential suppliers based on quality, reliability, financial stability, and other relevant procurement criteria.
Conduct vendor audits and maintain accurate and up-to-date supplier records.
Negotiate pricing, contractual terms, delivery schedules, and other conditions with suppliers to secure competitive and favourable deals.
Conduct foreign market research to identify potential suppliers and suitable products.
Purchasing and Procurement Operations:
Maintain accurate records of purchases, contracts, supplier documentation, and related correspondence.
Monitor the progress of purchase orders and proactively resolve issues relating to shipment, delivery, or order fulfilment.
Prepare regular reports on purchasing activities, supplier performance, and relevant market analysis.
Collaborate with Quality Assurance/Quality Control teams to establish and maintain appropriate product quality standards.
Process foreign purchase orders, ensuring accuracy in product specifications, quantities, pricing, and other relevant details.
Stakeholder and Compliance Management:
Collaborate cross-functionally with Logistics, Finance, Research, and Technical units to ensure effective procurement and supply chain operations.
Ensure compliance with international trade regulations, Institute procurement policies and procedures, and country-specific import requirements.
Build and maintain strong professional relationships with suppliers and relevant stakeholders.
Market and Strategic Analysis:
Stay informed of economic and geopolitical factors that may affect international sourcing strategies, supplier relationships, pricing, and supply chain operations.
Other
Responsibilities
- Perform any other duties and
- as may be assigned by the Supervisor.
Requirements
The candidate must have a minimum of two (2) years of relevant professional
Experience
in international purchasing or procurement roles.
The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor’s Degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, International Trade, or a related field. Professional Certification in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, such as CIPS, CIPSMN, is an added advantage.
Competencies
The ideal candidate must have:
in supplier management, purchase order processing, procurement documentation, and international sourcing is required.
Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to address procurement, supply chain challenges, and develop timely solutions.
Ability to analyse market data and make informed procurement decisions.
Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective supplier engagement, stakeholder interaction, and reporting.
Effective time management and prioritisation skills.
Demonstrated
working with global suppliers and a sound understanding of international trade.
Ability to work collaboratively across different functional areas and with international suppliers.
Familiarity with international logistics and supply chain operations.
Strong negotiation and persuasion skills, with the ability to secure favourable commercial deals.
Proficiency in procurement software, supply chain tools, and Microsoft Office applications
High level of accuracy in processing purchase orders and maintaining procurement records.
How to Apply
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