Supply Chain and Procurement Specialist

Responsibilities:

Supplier Discovery and Vendor Management:

• Discover and onboard device suppliers locally and internationally
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers across global regions
• Compare vendors based on pricing, quality, reliability, and turnaround time
• Maintain supplier databases and procurement records

Procurement and Negotiation:

• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, MOQ, warranties, and delivery timelines
• Coordinate procurement activities for smartphones, accessories, spare parts, and related inventory
• Ensure products meet TCPO quality and certification requirements
• Reduce procurement costs while maintaining quality standards

Importation and Logistics Coordination:

• Coordinate shipments with freight forwarders and logistics partners
• Track shipments and ensure timely delivery
• Assist with customs clearing and import documentation coordination
• Resolve shipment delays and logistics-related operational issues

Supply Operations:

• Monitor inventory movement and procurement needs
• Coordinate with operations, sales, and finance teams
• Support inventory forecasting and replenishment planning
• Ensure smooth operational flow from supplier to warehouse

Reporting and Process Management:

• Prepare procurement reports, pricing comparisons, and landed cost analyses
• Maintain organised procurement and logistics documentation
• Help improve procurement and supply chain processes over time

Requirements:

• 2+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain, importation, logistics, vendor management, or related operational roles
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Strong organisational and follow-through ability
• Ability to independently manage multiple moving parts
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment
• Strong Excel/Google Sheets skills
• Ability to work with suppliers across different countries and time zones
• Experience in smartphone, electronics, or device-related procurement
• Experience with importation into Nigeria
• Existing supplier or logistics network is a strong advantage
• Familiarity with Computer Village or electronics distribution ecosystems
• Experience working with international suppliers is a major advantage
• Highly proactive
• Strong ownership mentality
• Hustle-oriented
• Commercially aware
• Detail-oriented
• Fast executor
• Problem solver
• Comfortable with ambiguity and startup environments

Compensation:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Performance-based incentives tied to operational and procurement KPIs
• Long-term growth opportunities within the Tekkas ecosystem

Work Structure:

• Remote with operational coordination responsibilities
• May require occasional travel for supplier or logistics activities