Procurement Specialist (Cosmetics & Soaps) at Zenith Recruiters

Zenith Recruiters (also known as Zenith Recruit) is a specialist staffing and recruitment firm focused on connecting high-calibre talent with leading organisations.

Its core purpose is to go beyond simple skills matching by aligning candidates’ values, culture, and career aspirations with the right employers, delivering personalised, high-quality placements that create lasting success for both job seekers and businesses.

Zenith Recruiters is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Procurement Specialist (Cosmetics & Soaps)

Location: Yaba, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Core Responsibilities

• Global & Local Sourcing: Source chemical raw materials (emulsifiers, active ingredients, fragrances) and primary packaging (jars, bottles, pumps) across Asia, Europe, and local markets.
• Commercial Negotiation: Drive negotiations on unit pricing, payment terms, LCs, and Incoterms to minimize landed costs.
• Import & Regulatory Execution: Manage the complete import process—foreign vendor management, Form M & PAAR processing, NAFDAC/SONCAP compliance, port clearing, and factory delivery.
• Material Requirements Planning: Utilize ERP inventory data to calculate Days of Stock (DOS) and determine exact purchase quantities and reorder timing to guarantee zero production downtime.

Requirements

• Qualification: Degree in Supply Chain, Chemistry, or related field. CIPS/CIPSM certification is an advantage.
• 5–8 Years Experience in FMCG manufacturing procurement (Must have direct personal care, soap, cosmetics, or chemical raw material exposure).
• Proven Import Track Record: Hands-on experience navigating foreign sourcing alongside Nigerian shipping lines, customs, and NAFDAC clearance.
• Autonomous Decision-Maker: Ability to translate production schedules into buying plans and manage high-value vendor contracts independently.
• Systems Proficiency: Strong working knowledge of ERP platforms (SAP, Oracle, or ERPNext) and inventory analytics.