Procurement Officer at Najec FMCG Limited

The Procurement Officer will be responsible for developing and leading the procurement function in a fast-growing FMCG and e-commerce company. The role requires a professional with

, the ability to build procurement structures from the ground up, and the foresight to integrate technology into sourcing and supplier management processes. The Procurement Officer will ensure timely, cost-effective, and quality supply of goods while driving productivity and operational efficiency.

Strategic Procurement

• Establish and structure the procurement department to align with company growth and operational goals.
• Design and implement procurement policies, SOPs, and systems to drive accountability, cost savings, and efficiency.
• Develop strategies for sourcing raw materials, packaging, and finished goods, balancing cost, quality, and delivery timelines.
• Introduce and implement
  tech-driven solutions
  (ERP, procurement software, e-marketplaces) for better vendor tracking, purchase planning, and reporting.

Vendor Management & Industry Relationships

• Leverage
  existing industry contacts and networks
  to secure favorable contracts and supply agreements.
• Build, negotiate, and manage strong vendor relationships to ensure consistent supply at competitive prices.
• Continuously evaluate supplier performance (quality, delivery, compliance) and maintain an updated database of approved suppliers.

Operations & Productivity

• Collaborate with finance, logistics, sales, and warehouse teams to forecast demand and ensure timely procurement.
• Monitor stock levels and work closely with the supply chain team to avoid stock-outs or overstocking.
• Implement performance metrics for procurement efficiency (e.g., cost savings achieved, supplier lead times, on-time deliveries).
• Conduct market research and benchmarking to stay ahead of FMCG price fluctuations, consumer trends, and supply chain risks.

Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure compliance with company policies, ethical sourcing standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and present procurement reports, budgets, and analyses for management decision-making.
• Identify opportunities to automate reporting and use data analytics for improved decision-making.

• Education:
  Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Procurement, or related field.
• Experience:
  Minimum of 3–5 years’ relevant experience in procurement within FMCG, retail, or e-commerce sectors.
• Proven track record of
  vendor and supplier relationship management
  in the FMCG/e-commerce industry.
• Familiarity with procurement and inventory management software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Odoo, Zoho, or similar tools).

• Strong negotiation, networking, and relationship-building skills.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to forecast, budget, and analyze cost efficiency.
• High organizational and multitasking ability to set up a department in a startup environment.
• Technology-driven approach to procurement and supply chain management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working cross-functionally with multiple departments.
• Integrity, accountability, and a solutions-oriented mindset.

Reporting Line

The Procurement Officer will report directly to the

and work closely with Finance, Logistics, and Sales Departments.