Head, Technical Procurement Etisalat Vacancies and Jobs

Etisalat is a leading telecommunications company with presence in 16 countries across Africa, the Middle East and Asia. As we continue to replicate our global reputation for innovation and quality of service in Nigeria, we invite applications from the best and brightest for the position of Head, Technical Procurement

Jobs Detail

Job title: Head, Technical Procurement

Job Ref: HTPR

Qualification(s)

• A first degree in a relevant discipline
• Post-graduate/ professional qualification in a related field (an added advantage)

Job Experience & skills

• 8-12years relevant work experience, with at least 3years procurement experience in a managerial role within the telecommunications industry

Responsibilities

• Reporting to the director-procurement: our ideal candidate: Coordinates the procurement, tendering and contracting processes for all goods and services required by the Engineering and Information Technology functions
• Ensures compliance with defined procurement policies and guidelines in all procurement activities
• Provides relevant input in the articulation and implementation of the procurement strategy for Etisalat Nigeria
• Identifies resources, personnel and funding required to achieve the unit strategy
• Establishes and maintains relationships with key internal and external stakeholders (including suppliers, vendors and contractors)
• Coordinates vendor listing and delisting for goods and services required by the Engineering and information Technology function
• Liaises with relevant unit heads to identify and receive procurement/ purchase requirements
• Ensures the conduct of on-going market surveys to identify various sources of supply and obtain competitive prices for all categories of goods and services to be purchased
• Provides input in the development of effective procurement tracking systems to ensure prompt processing of procurement requisitions from the Engineering and Information Technology functions
• Ensures cost efficient processing of the procurement needs of user departments in compliance with procurement policies and procedures
• Participates in the evaluation of vendor performance and implementation of remedial actions to ensure vendor performance
• Provides leadership and guidance to team members and manages subordinates performance towards the achievement of overall team objectives
• Prepares/ compiles agreed periodic activity and performance reports for the attention of the Director, Procurement

closing date: July 13 2010

How to apply for this job

Interested candidates are expected to:
a) Be highly focused and success driven
b) Be strategic and analytical thinkers
c) Possess excellent communication skills (oral and written)
d) Possess high levels of integrity and self regulation
To Apply:
Prepare your most recent curriculum vitae as a Microsoft Word document and save in your full name.
Quote reference code of your desired position as subject and send your CV to procurementjobs@etisalat.com.ng

All applications will be treated in confidence and only short-listed candidates will be contacted

website: www.etisalat.com.ng