Vendor Manager at Buildings and More Limited – Lagos

Buildings and More Limited is recruiting a full-time Vendor Manager in Lagos. The role supports vendor onboarding, supplier relationships, procurement coordination, performance monitoring and service quality.

Responsibilities

• We are seeking a competent, proactive, and results-driven Vendor Manager to oversee vendor relationships, procurement activities, and supplier performance within our organisation.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that vendors deliver quality products and services at competitive prices, while maintaining transparency, accountability, and compliance with company policies.
• Identify, evaluate, select, and manage vendors and suppliers.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, payment terms, and service agreements.
• Monitor vendor performance to ensure timely delivery, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Review and verify vendor quotations, invoices, and bills for accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain an updated database of approved vendors and suppliers.
• Build and maintain strong professional relationships with vendors.
• Monitor procurement processes and ensure adherence to company policies.
• Resolve vendor-related disputes, delivery issues, and service complaints.
• Conduct periodic vendor assessments and recommend improvements.
• Prepare vendor management and procurement reports for management.

Requirements and qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or HND in Business Administration, Procurement and Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 1–3 years of relevant experience in vendor management, procurement, or supply chain operations.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent analytical, organisational, and problem-solving abilities.
• High level of integrity, accountability, and attention to detail.
• Good knowledge of procurement procedures, contract management, and vendor evaluation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant procurement management tools.