Procurement Manager

Procurement Manager at Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI) in Abuja CHAI is a global health organization focused on strengthening health systems in low- and middle-income countries. This full-time, back-office role in Abuja requires a Procurement Manager to oversee the entire procurement cycle, manage a small team, and ensure compliance with CHAI’s policies and Nigerian law. The position emphasizes supplier relationships, ethical sourcing, and risk management, with no grant management or donor reporting responsibilities.⁠‌​​​‌‌‌‌‌​​​​‌‌‌​​‌‌‌‌‌​‌​‌​​‌​​⁠

What it offers

• End-to-end procurement leadership: Own the full procurement cycle, including tendering, contracting, and compliance checks.
• Supplier and team management: Lead a small procurement team, manage supplier relationships, and ensure ethical sourcing practices.
• Import and compliance oversight: Handle international purchases, customs clearance, and duty waiver applications.
• Budget and reporting: Track procurement spend against approved budgets and analyze operational decisions.
• Technical and analytical skills: Requires expertise in procurement controls, ERP systems, and Nigerian import regulations.

Who can apply

Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, procurement, business, engineering, or related field, with at least 7 years of procurement experience, including line management and competitive tendering. A master’s degree or CIPS/CPSM/CSCP certification is advantageous. Experience in a nonprofit, international organization, or multi-country setting is mandatory.

What you'll do

• Develop and execute procurement strategies, including annual plans and category management.
• Lead sourcing, tender evaluation, contract award, and post-contract management.
• Ensure compliance with CHAI’s procurement policy, Nigerian law, and ethical standards.
• Manage supplier risks, conflicts of interest, and vendor due diligence.
• Negotiate framework agreements, conduct supplier reviews, and resolve performance issues.
• Manage international imports, customs clearance, and tax exemption processes.
• Lead a small procurement team, set objectives, and conduct performance reviews.
• Analyze procurement spend, variances, and operational decisions.
• Collaborate with Finance, Legal, IT, and Administration for seamless procurement processes.

How to apply

• Apply through CHAI’s careers portal by enabling cookies.
• Submit a job reference (reference #3) and ensure all application details are completed.

Good to know

• Location: Abuja, Nigeria (full-time).
• Language: Fluent English required for written and verbal communication.
• No deadline specified—apply at the discretion of CHAI.
• No marketing fluff: This is a strictly professional, compliance-driven role with no grant management or business development tasks.