Supply Chain and Procurement Specialist

TCPO (Tekkas Certified Preowned) is building a trusted device ecosystem focused on delivering affordable, high-quality smartphones and electronics to African consumers. We are building toward a scalable procurement, certification, and distribution operation capable of supporting different sales channels. We are looking for a highly execution-oriented Supply Chain and Procurement Specialist to own and coordinate the supply-side operations of TCPO.

Responsibilities:

Supplier Discovery and Vendor Management:

• Discover and onboard device suppliers locally and internationally

• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers across global regions

• Compare vendors based on pricing, quality, reliability, and turnaround time

• Maintain supplier databases and procurement records

Procurement and Negotiation:

• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, MOQ, warranties, and delivery timelines

• Coordinate procurement activities for smartphones, accessories, spare parts, and related inventory

• Ensure products meet TCPO quality and certification requirements

• Reduce procurement costs while maintaining quality standards

Importation and Logistics Coordination:

• Coordinate shipments with freight forwarders and logistics partners

• Track shipments and ensure timely delivery

• Assist with customs clearing and import documentation coordination

• Resolve shipment delays and logistics-related operational issues

Supply Operations:

• Monitor inventory movement and procurement needs

• Coordinate with operations, sales, and finance teams

• Support inventory forecasting and replenishment planning

• Ensure smooth operational flow from supplier to warehouse

Reporting and Process Management:

• Prepare procurement reports, pricing comparisons, and landed cost analyses

• Maintain organised procurement and logistics documentation

• Help improve procurement and supply chain processes over time

Requirements:

• 2+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain, importation, logistics, vendor management, or related operational roles

• Strong negotiation and communication skills

• Strong organisational and follow-through ability

• Ability to independently manage multiple moving parts

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment

• Strong Excel/Google Sheets skills

• Ability to work with suppliers across different countries and time zones

• Experience in smartphone, electronics, or device-related procurement

• Experience with importation into Nigeria

• Existing supplier or logistics network is a strong advantage

• Familiarity with Computer Village or electronics distribution ecosystems

• Experience working with international suppliers is a major advantage

• Highly proactive

• Strong ownership mentality

• Hustle-oriented

• Commercially aware

• Detail-oriented

• Fast executor

• Problem solver

• Comfortable with ambiguity and startup environments

Compensation:

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Performance-based incentives tied to operational and procurement KPIs

• Long-term growth opportunities within the Tekkas ecosystem

Work Structure:

• Remote with operational coordination responsibilities

• May require occasional travel for supplier or logistics activities