Anuforo Douglas

Procurement Officer at Alcon Nigeria Ltd

• Nigeria
• August 2014 to July 2016

 Managing a team of 3 professional buyers.
 Responsible for Order Placement Timing, Supply/Demand Alignment, Material Replenishment and Supplier Performance.
 Continuously monitoring, evaluating and improving supplier performance.
 Sourcing the most affordable materials for the company’s construction process.
 Projecting stock levels.
 Reviewing tenders and bids.
 Controlling the purchasing budget.
 Monitoring delivery times to ensure they are on time.
 Ensuring the adequate supply of all required materials, components and equipment.
 Delivering cost savings for the company.
 Managing the procurement supplier relationships for the company.
 Helping to source alternative items for buyers and customers.
 Developing sourcing strategies.
 Managing commodity cost initiatives.
 Preparing high quality tender documentation.
 Regularly contacting suppliers to renegotiate prices.
 Resolving disputes and claims with vendors and suppliers.
 Keeping all supplier programs current and accurate.
 Delegating projects and tasks to junior staff.
 Promoting best practice across the company.
 Involved in writing up contracts terms and agreements for the company’s procurement.
 Developing relationships with suppliers.
 Working to create and promote a safe working environment.
 Involved in selling off excess, damaged and inventory and stock.
 Overseeing staff training.