Branch Manager

Job Location: Lafia, Nasarawa Employment Type: Full Time Job Description Spearheading volume procurement operations: Managed significant volumes of purchases annually, ensuring timely and cost-effective acquisition. Full-cycle expertise: Handling complete purchase process from sourcing to logistics, including managing suppliers across the Nigeria region. Stakeholder engagement: Building strong relationships with key stakeholders including government officials, buyers, and cooperatives. Strategic sourcing: Developing and executing buying strategies aligned with factory and export needs, ensuring cost-effectiveness and market competitiveness. Quality assurance: Implementing innovative practices to acquire the highest quality raw materials at competitive prices. Market analysis and planning: Mapping regional potential and market trends to inform strategic buying decisions. Performance-driven: Consistently delivering on key performance indicators (KPIs) for volume, gross cost per metric ton (GC/MT), and profit before tax (PBT). In-depth knowledge: Developing a deep understanding of product grades, blends, and regional dynamics. Operational excellence: Optimizing supply chain efficiencies to become the industry's "sharpest buyer," while maintaining high-level operational efficiency and reliability. Requirements Management Graduate from one of the premier institutes with 2 - 3 years of handling procurement / supply chain & operations in Agri business industry / Commodity industry, developing and managing an efficient procurement network as per distribution strategy. Proven track record of success in managing high-volume and complex procurement operations. Strong understanding of international trade regulations and market dynamics. Strong communication and leadership qualities Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.