Procurement & Business Development Executive Lagos Island

📌 OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEW Vantegral Consulting is actively recruiting for a Procurement & Business Development Executive position in Lagos Island. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Procurement / Store / Keeping / Supply / Chain sector looking to advance their careers in Nigeria's dynamic job market.

🎯 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE We are seeking talented individuals with the following profile: • Experience Level: 7 - 10 years • Educational Background: Bachelor or equivalent • Industry Focus: Procurement / Store / Keeping / Supply / Chain • Location Preference: in Lagos Island

💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS IN NIGERIA The Procurement & Business Development Executive position is an important role within Nigeria's Procurement / Store / Keeping / Supply / Chain sector, offering meaningful career development and professional growth opportunities.

📈 CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTS This role in Procurement / Store / Keeping / Supply / Chain offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations in Nigeria.

📋 APPLICATION GUIDANCE When applying for this Procurement & Business Development Executive position, ensure your CV highlights: • Relevant experience matching the 7 - 10 years requirement • Educational qualifications in line with Bachelor • Specific achievements in the Procurement / Store / Keeping / Supply / Chain field • Any certifications or specialized training • Proficiency in relevant software and tools

🌍 NIGERIA JOB MARKET CONTEXT The Procurement / Store / Keeping / Supply / Chain sector in Nigeria continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. With Nigeria's growing economy and increasing foreign investment, this position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.

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Vantegral Consulting is well-positioned to provide innovative and consultative solutions for human, entrepreneurial, and technological advancement and development. Our Human Capacity Development solutions include  Recruitment and Talent Acquisition Services, Training and Development Programs, Outsourcing and Support, and Executive Search.

We take a human-centered and evidence-driven approach to understand the challenges and opportunities in our sectors, and we proffer bespoke solutions carefully designed to meet the ever-evolving needs of already established businesses and teething start-ups. This enables us to support our clients to achieve their aims for transformation, culture change and Human Capacity Development within organisations and communities. We are  recruiting to fill the position below:

 Job Title: Procurement & Business Development Executive Paidjob posting

Location: Lagos Island, Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time

Industry: Procurement & Commercial Services (Oil and Gas) Job Summary

We are urgently seeking an experienced and commercially minded Procurement & Business Development Executive to join our team in Lagos. The successful candidate must have a strong hands-on background in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, with the commercial ability to identify business opportunities, develop client relationships and support revenue growth. This is a procurement-led commercial position. We are specifically looking for a professional who understands strategic sourcing, supplier management, vendor negotiations, tendering, procurement processes and supply-chain operations, while also possessing the confidence and network to contribute to business development. If your core experience is in Procurement/Supply Chain and you have strong commercial or business development capabilities, we want to hear from you.

Manage the end-to-end procurement process, from requirement identification and supplier sourcing through quotation evaluation, negotiation, purchase and delivery. Source and evaluate local and international suppliers based on quality, pricing, capacity, reliability and delivery timelines. Develop and maintain a robust supplier and vendor database. Obtain, review and analyse RFQs, RFPs and supplier quotations. Conduct market research and price benchmarking to identify competitive sourcing opportunities. Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, warranties and other commercial conditions. Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, OEMs, distributors and contractors. Conduct supplier prequalification, due diligence and capability assessments. Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues relating to quality, pricing, delivery and service. Manage purchase orders, procurement documentation and supplier contracts. Identify opportunities for cost reduction, cost optimisation and improved procurement efficiency. Coordinate with Finance, Operations, Logistics and other internal teams to ensure timely fulfilment of procurement requirements. Monitor procurement timelines and identify potential supply-chain risks or delays. Support tendering, bid preparation, vendor registration and prequalification exercises. Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier information and procurement reports.

Identify and pursue new business opportunities across relevant industries and client segments. Research prospective clients, projects, tenders and procurement requirements. Build and maintain relationships with prospective and existing clients, particularly Procurement, Supply Chain, Commercial and Project decision-makers. Leverage supplier, OEM, contractor and industry relationships to identify commercial opportunities. Prepare and support commercial proposals, quotations and tender submissions. Participate in client meetings, presentations, negotiations and commercial discussions. Follow up on business opportunities and submitted proposals through to conversion. Identify potential strategic partnerships that can strengthen the company's market position and service offering. Monitor market trends, competitor activities and industry developments to identify new growth opportunities.

Bachelor's degree/HND in Procurement & Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, Logistics, Business Administration, Economics, Engineering or a related discipline. 7–10 years' relevant experience, with substantial experience in procurement, sourcing or supply chain management. Demonstrable experience in supplier sourcing, vendor management, quotation analysis and commercial negotiations. Experience handling RFQs/RFPs, tenders, purchase orders and procurement documentation. Previous experience in business development, sales, account management or commercial activities. Experience in Oil & Gas, Energy, Marine, Engineering, Construction, Industrial Services, FMCG or related sectors is an advantage. Professional certification such as CIPS, CIPSMN, CPSM, CSCP or equivalent is an advantage.

Strategic sourcing and procurement Supplier and vendor management Commercial negotiation Tender and bid management Contract and purchase order management Supply-chain coordination Market and price analysis Business development Client relationship management Commercial proposal development Strong communication and negotiation skills Analytical and problem-solving ability Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office proficiency ERP/procurement system experience is an advantage.

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