Category Analyst (Technology) Job at First Bank of Nigeria – Apply Today

First Bank of Nigeria • Lagos • Full-Time

Job Description

The Category Analyst (Technology) will support vendor meetings, procurement administration, contract management, and sourcing activities within the Technology category.

  • Job Location: Nigeria
  • Employment Type: Full-Time
  • Salary: Not stated (Grade: ET-BO)

About the Company

First Bank of Nigeria is one of Nigeria's leading financial institutions, providing banking and financial services across the country. The bank maintains structured procurement and category management functions that support its operations and vendor relationships. Its work environment is process-driven and compliance-focused, with a strong emphasis on accuracy, documentation, and adherence to internal policies and audit requirements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support vendor meetings and related activities as directed by Category Specialists and the Category Manager.
  • Identify potential vendors to address internal customer requirements.
  • Utilize analytical tools to analyze out tail spend.
  • Leverage ERP tools to review information and extract data to aid management decisions.
  • Provide guidance and support to internal customers and vendors on procurement contract administration.
  • Manage the imaging, storage, data entry, and extraction of contract information.
  • Conduct contract close-out procedures upon contract completion.
  • Support the Category Specialist in early-demand planning and forecasting.
  • Execute administrative tasks associated with issuance of RFXs.
  • Process requests as directed by the Category Buyer in accordance with Procurement's policies and procedures.
  • Guide users with identifying proper buying channels, developing requisitions, and creating receipt reports in the system.
  • Contribute to development and maintenance of content on ERP (e.g., FAQs, tips to accelerate the requisition to PO process).
  • Identify and support the pursuit of continuous improvement opportunities.
  • Handle procurement enquiries from the business and escalate as required.
  • Comply with internal policies, procedures, and audit requirements.
  • Support risk identification in procurement processes.

Required Skills

  • First degree in Social Sciences.
  • Higher Degrees/Professional Certifications are an added advantage.
  • 1–3 years' relevant experience in procurement and inventory.

How to Apply
Interested candidates should Apply here.

Why This Job Might Be a Good Fit
This role suits someone with early procurement experience who wants to work within a large financial institution's structured category management function. Because the role covers RFXs, contract administration, and ERP reporting, it builds strong procurement and vendor management experience that transfers across banking, technology, and corporate supply chain teams.

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