buyer
Black Men In Law Network
About the Role
The Buyer is a full-time, on-site role responsible for managing end-to-end procurement activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Sourcing suppliers
- Requesting and evaluating quotes
- Negotiating commercial terms
- Executing purchase orders in line with ELITE’s policies
- Monitoring inventory levels
- Tracking deliveries
- Collaborating with internal stakeholders to ensure timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services
- Maintaining accurate procurement records
- Analyzing spend data
- Identifying opportunities for cost optimization
- Supporting vendor performance reviews
- Coordinating with finance and operations teams to ensure compliance, budget alignment, and continuous improvement of purchasing processes
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Strong skills in supplier sourcing, RFQ/RFP management, and negotiation, with the ability to secure competitive pricing and value-added terms
- Experience with purchase order administration, inventory tracking, and basic supply chain or logistics coordination
- Proficiency in using procurement or ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar)
- Solid MS Excel skills for data analysis and reporting
- Capability to analyze cost structures, evaluate vendor performance, and support data-driven decision making in procurement
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively across finance, operations, and business teams
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field
- Relevant procurement certifications (e.g., CIPS, CPSM) are an advantage
- Experience in corporate or SME environments
- Familiarity with capital markets or financial services is a plus
- Commitment to ethical, compliant procurement practices

