The Dangote Group is one of the most diversified business conglomerates in Africa with a hard-earned reputation for excellent business practices and products’ quality with its operational headquarters in the bustling metropolis of Lagos, Nigeria in West Africa.
The Group’s activities encompass:
Cement – Manufacturing / Importing
Sugar – Manufacturing & Refining
Salt – Refining
Flour & Semolina – Milling
Pasta – Manufacturing
Noodles – Manufacturing
Poly Products – Manufacturing
Logistics – Port Management and Haulage
Real Estate
Dangote Foundation
Since inception, the Group has experienced phenomenal growth on account of quality of its goods and services, its focus on cost leadership and efficiency of its human capital. Today, Dangote Group is a multi-billion Naira company poised to reach new heights, in every endeavour competing with itself to better the past.
The Group’s core business focus is to provide local, value added products and services that meet the ‘basic needs’ of the populace. Through the construction and operation of large scale manufacturing facilities in Nigeria and across Africa, the Group is focused on building local manufacturing capacity to generate employment and provide goods for the people.Job Description
A procurement governance and compliance manager ensures an DCP’s procurement activities align with company policies, industry best practices, and legal regulations.
The scope includes developing and improving procurement policies and processes, managing a governance framework, overseeing risk management, implementing compliance initiatives through training and audits, and reporting on performance to management.
Responsibilities
Regulatory Monitoring: Stay informed about relevant laws, regulations, and industry best practices to ensure the company’s procurement activities remain compliant.
Risk Management: Identify, analyze, and mitigate risks associated with procurement activities, implementing strategies to prevent non-compliance.
Training and Guidance: Provide training, advice, and guidance to procurement teams and other stakeholders on governance policies, procedures, and best practices.
Performance Monitoring & Reporting: Monitor compliance, track improvement actions, and produce regular reports on governance and performance to support decision-making.
Process Improvement: Lead projects and initiatives using methodologies like Lean principles to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of procurement processes and systems.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with various internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers and other departments, to ensure effective implementation of governance frameworks and policies.
Compliance Audits: Conduct assurance activities and audits to verify adherence to established governance and compliance requirements.
Requirements
Our Ideal Candidate:
Minimum of 5 years leadership level experience in procurement, compliance, and risk management, with a strong understanding of relevant policies, regulations, and international practices.
Must have experience developing and implementing policies, managing compliance metrics, conducting audits, and ensuring adherence to legal and organizational standards.
Leadership: Ability to lead improvement projects and guide teams.
Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyze information, identify risks, and solve problems.
Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to prepare reports, briefings, and training materials.
Attention to Detail: A strong focus on accuracy and compliance in all aspects of the role.
Integrity and Ethics: High ethical standards and a commitment to transparency and accountability.
Training & Capability Development: Developing and delivering training programs to enhance the knowledge and capability of procurement teams.
Credentials:
Certified Professional in Strategic Sourcing and Procurement (CPSM)
Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) certification
Benefits
Private Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Training & Development
Career Development.
