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Job Description: Procurement Officer

Sector: Fintech

Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Report to: Financial Controller.

ABOUT PAGA

Paga is on a mission to enable one billion Africans and millions of SMEs to pay, preserve hard-earned income, participate in global trade, and purchase goods and services at home and abroad. We have built a multicurrency, cloud-based payments and financial services engine that leverages multiple business services built on the same best-in-class infrastructure to serve the ecosystem through three businesses - Paga Engine (Enterprise B2B - www.pagaengine.com); Paga (Consumer - www.Paga.com); and Doroki (SME Retail - www.doroki.com). Paga has three licenses with the Central Bank of Nigeria - mobile money, international remittance, and a microfinance bank. Paga is headquartered out of the United Kingdom and has operating entities in Nigeria, United States, and Ethiopia. Founded in 2009, Paga now serves millions of users and businesses across Africa and beyond.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Paga is looking for a passionate and self-driven procurement officer to join our growing team! The Procurement Officer is responsible for managing the organization's end-to-end procurement process from sourcing and vendor selection to purchase order (PO) management, contract negotiation, and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services. The role ensures that all procurement activities align with company policies, deliver value for money, and support operational efficiency.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Procurement Planning & Strategy
  • Develop and implement procurement plans in line with business objectives and budget.
  • Support departments in identifying procurement needs and preparing specifications or terms of reference.
  • Maintain the procurement calendar and ensure timely processing of requisitions.
• Vendor Management
  • Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers based on price, quality, reliability, and service delivery.
  • Maintain an up-to-date and approved vendor database in the ERP (e.g., NetSuite).
  • Conduct periodic vendor performance reviews and ensure compliance with contracts and SLAs.
• Purchase Order Management
  • Review and process purchase requisitions, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
  • Raise and track Purchase Orders (POs) in NetSuite, ensuring timely approvals and proper documentation.
  • Monitor open POs and follow up on pending deliveries or invoices.
• Sourcing and Negotiation
  • Obtain and evaluate quotes or bids from multiple suppliers to ensure competitive pricing.
  • Negotiate favorable terms, discounts, and credit arrangements where applicable.
  • Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policy and regulatory requirements.
• Reporting & Documentation
  • Maintain accurate procurement records, including contracts, POs, vendor correspondence, and invoices.
  • Prepare periodic procurement reports (e.g., PO status, spend analysis, savings achieved).
  • Support internal and external audits with relevant procurement documentation.
• Policy Compliance & Process Improvement
  • Enforce procurement policies, approval limits, and ethical standards.
  • Recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and transparency.
  • Ensure segregation of duties and adherence to internal controls.
  • Lead the implementation and optimization of ERP systems (NetSuite), accounting tools, and automation of reporting workflows.
  • Standardize processes for financial operations, reconciliations, and reporting across all subsidiaries.

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Supply chain management, Business administration, Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field.
• Any Supply Chain Certification is a plus.
• Must have completed the mandatory NYSC

EXPERIENCE

• 3- 5 years of progressive experience in procurement preferably within a corporate or ERP driven environment.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and vendor management skills.
• Experience using ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle) for procurement processes.

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES

• High integrity and professionalism.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple requests and prioritize effectively.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity inclusion. We do not discriminate on grounds of colour, race, nationality, religion, age, ethnic origin, disability, gender, marital status, or sexual orientation in our employment practices.