Recruitment: Apply For Sonia Foods Industries Recruitment 2025

Recruitment, apply for Sonia Foods Industries recruitment 2025 below.

Gatekeepers New s reports that Sonia Foods Industries is one of Nigeria’s leading tomato paste manufacturers. The company is a recognized market leader in tomato paste production and other range of products like; Seasoning Cube, baking powder, Margarine Yeast, Dough Improver, Preservative, Vitasoy Milk Drink, Vitamax Cereal Drink.

Sonia Foods Industries is recruiting to fill the following positions:

Procurement Manager – Raw Commodities (FMCG)

Job Specifications:

Full Time
Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND
Location: Ogun | Nigeria.

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly experienced and driven Procurement Manager with a strong background in FMCG and in-depth expertise in sourcing raw agricultural commodities such as Garri, Ginger, and other staples across Nigeria.
The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of local sourcing markets, supplier relationship management, and procurement best practices.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute sourcing strategies for raw agricultural commodities to meet quality, cost, and delivery targets.
Identify, evaluate, and manage relationships with suppliers, cooperatives, aggregators, and local farmers across Nigeria.
Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing with vendors to ensure cost-efficiency and value for money.
Monitor market trends, price fluctuations, and supply conditions for key commodities.
Conduct regular field visits and market assessments to identify sourcing opportunities and mitigate supply risks.
Ensure compliance with procurement policies, food safety standards, and ethical sourcing practices.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including quality assurance, production, and finance, to ensure raw material availability and alignment with business needs.
Maintain accurate procurement records, contracts, and supplier performance evaluations.
Lead procurement planning, budgeting, and forecasting for assigned commodities.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in procurement, business administration, agriculture, or a related field. A relevant master’s degree or professional certification is a plus.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement within the FMCG sector, with a strong emphasis on sourcing agricultural raw materials.
Proven experience in field sourcing and managing procurement operations across Nigeria’s regional markets.
Strong knowledge of commodity pricing, local supplier ecosystems, and agri-supply chain dynamics.
Excellent negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail.
Willingness to travel extensively across Nigeria for sourcing and supplier engagement.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs to: Oluchi.Sunday@blumedistribution.com/ CC: careers@blumedistribution.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Deadline: June 14, 2025

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