Procurement and Vendor Relations Specialist

About the role

The Procurement and Vendor Relations Specialist is a contract position supporting Victor Zebulon Consult's real‑estate and consultancy operations. Based in Lagos, the role blends on‑site work with flexible remote days to manage purchasing activities and vendor relationships.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and process purchase orders and maintain accurate procurement records.
• Source, evaluate, and onboard suppliers, ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Support contract development, negotiation, and review of supplier agreements.
• Monitor supplier performance and conduct cost analysis and market research.
• Collaborate with internal teams to forecast procurement needs and resolve vendor issues.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of procurement processes.

Required profile

• Strong procurement expertise, including end‑to‑end purchase order management.
• Experience in supplier evaluation and performance monitoring.
• Proficiency in contract negotiation and drafting supplier agreements.
• Analytical skills for cost analysis, market research, and data‑driven decisions.
• Knowledge of real‑estate, facilities, or professional services environments (advantage).
• Excellent organization, time‑management, and communication abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid setting with on‑site and remote stakeholders.
• Relevant academic background in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or related field; procurement certifications are a plus.

Required skills