Exciting Career Opportunity: Procurement Officer at Dangote Sugar Refinery (DSR), Numan

Are you a skilled procurement professional looking to build a rewarding career with one of Africa's most prominent and diversified business conglomerates? The Dangote Group is seeking an organized, proactive, and analytical Procurement Officer to join its team at the Dangote Sugar Refinery (DSR) in Numan, Adamawa State.

As a key player in driving Africa’s local manufacturing capacity, the Dangote Group spans multiple sectors including cement, salt, flour, and sugar. DSR Numan is a critical hub in the Group's agricultural operations, and this role offers the perfect environment for a supply chain professional to make a tangible impact on large-scale production operations.

Role Overview

The Procurement Officer supports the day-to-day purchasing activities, vendor management, and documentation at DSR Numan. In this position, you will be responsible for streamlining the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) cycle, ensuring absolute compliance with corporate procurement guidelines, and enabling the continuous availability of critical materials required for agricultural, factory, and fleet operations.

Key Responsibilities

Supplier Engagement & Prequalification: Identify, evaluate, and prequalify reliable suppliers, with a key focus on technical spare parts, field operations, and agro-services.
Sourcing & Bid Evaluation: Solicit quotes from trusted vendors, draft comprehensive comparative bid analyses, and recommend cost-effective, high-quality purchasing options.
Purchase Order Processing: Review Purchase Requisitions (PRs) for completeness and process Purchase Orders (POs) using SAP MM.
Logistics & Delivery Coordination: Monitor order fulfillment timelines, follow up with vendors on delivery schedules, and collaborate closely with warehouse, finance, and logistics teams.
Reporting & Audit Support: Maintain detailed, accurate physical and digital records in SAP, generate spend analysis reports, and provide the necessary documentation to support auditing activities.
Local Vendor Development: Support sustainable local sourcing strategies to build resilient supply networks within the Numan region.

Key Focus Areas (Numan Specific)

The procurement challenges at DSR Numan require focus on several specialized areas, including:

Procurement of high-quality agricultural inputs and crop-protection chemicals.
Sourcing spare parts for specialized fleet and heavy-duty agricultural equipment.
Developing regional vendor partnerships and managing regional site logistics.

Required Qualifications & Competencies

To qualify for this intermediate-level position, candidates must meet the following criteria:

Education: B.Sc. or HND in Engineering, Business Administration, Purchasing & Supply, Economics, or a related discipline.
Experience: A minimum of two (2) years of procurement experience. Prior experience working within field, agricultural, or manufacturing plant settings is highly desirable.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in SAP MM (Materials Management) is essential. Solid competency in contract administration, commercial negotiation, and basic cost analysis is required.

Why Join the Dangote Group?

The Dangote Group offers an excellent work environment, exposure to industry-leading technologies, and unparalleled opportunities for career progression. You will have the opportunity to work alongside some of the best minds in the industry and contribute directly to the economic development of the country.