Construction Procurement Officer

Role Overview

Nine Stars Limited is seeking a seasoned Procurement Officer with proven experience in the construction industry to manage supply chain and sourcing operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for sourcing high-quality construction materials, heavy equipment, and subcontractor services while negotiating cost-effective deals to keep building projects on budget and on schedule.

Responsibilities

• Construction Material Sourcing: Source, evaluate, and purchase essential building materials (cement, rebar, aggregates, asphalt, piping) and specialized construction equipment.
• Vendor & Supplier Management: Build and maintain a reliable network of vetted suppliers, sub-contractors, and manufacturers; conduct periodic vendor performance evaluations.
• Negotiation & Cost Control: Negotiate competitive prices, credit terms, and delivery schedules to ensure cost savings without compromising material specifications or site quality.
• Purchase Orders & Documentation: Prepare and issue Purchase Orders (POs), review Bills of Quantities (BOQs), and ensure accurate tracking of all procurement records and invoices.
• Logistics & Site Delivery: Coordinate with project managers and site engineers to ensure timely delivery of materials directly to active project sites to prevent workflow delays.
• Inventory & Waste Control: Monitor site delivery receipts against orders to eliminate discrepancies, reduce wastage, and prevent material loss or theft.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Supply Chain Management, Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4+ years of direct procurement and supply chain experience strictly within the construction, civil engineering, or building sector.
• In-depth understanding of construction materials, market pricing, local supply chains, and reading Bills of Quantities (BOQs).
• Strong contract negotiation, inventory management, vendor relations, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, ERP software, or dedicated procurement/inventory management systems.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) highlighting construction procurement projects and Cover Letter detailing your experience sourcing building materials and negotiating supplier contracts to ninestars.recruitment@yahoo.com using "Construction Procurement Officer Application" as the subject of the email.