Supply Chain and Procurement Officer at Undisclosed Company via Ascentech Services Limited – Offa, Kwara

Ascentech Services Limited is recruiting on behalf of an undisclosed employer for a Supply Chain and Procurement Officer at a high-volume biscuit manufacturing plant in Offa, Kwara State. A commuting option is available for candidates based in Ilorin.

Role overview

The officer will manage end-to-end sourcing of raw materials, oversee warehouse inventory levels and coordinate outbound haulage, helping to maintain uninterrupted production supply while controlling costs and managing distribution partners.

Key responsibilities

Procurement and sourcing

• Manage sourcing of key food ingredients, including flour, sugar and flavourings.
• Build and maintain supplier relationships, negotiate favourable terms and ensure consistent quality and delivery.
• Monitor market trends and raw-material prices to identify cost-saving opportunities.

Inventory and warehouse management

• Set and monitor warehouse reorder thresholds to prevent stockouts and overstocking.
• Carry out regular stock reconciliations and maintain accurate records of raw materials.
• Work with the QA/QC team to ensure procured materials meet regulatory and safety standards.

Logistics and distribution

• Manage outbound haulage and distribution partners to support timely delivery of finished goods.
• Optimise logistics costs and resolve transit or delivery issues.
• Ensure compliance with applicable local and state transportation regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or HND in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics, Business Administration or a related field.
• At least five years of experience in purchasing, procurement or plant logistics.
• Experience in food manufacturing, packaging or highly automated FMCG plants is highly preferred.
• Strong negotiation and vendor-management skills, analytical ability and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in inventory-management software and Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.