Process / Program Manager (Procurement & Cost Optimization)

FairMoney is a pioneering mobile banking institution specializing in extending credit to emerging markets. Established in 2017, the company currently operates primarily within Nigeria, and it has secured nearly €50 million in funding from renowned global investors, including Tiger Global, DST, and Flourish Ventures.

In alignment with its vision, FairMoney is actively constructing the foremost mobile banking platform and point-of-sale (POS) solution tailored for emerging markets. The journey began with the introduction of a digital microcredit application exclusively available on Android and iOS devices. Today, FairMoney has significantly expanded its range of services, encompassing a comprehensive suite of financial products, such as current accounts, savings accounts, debit cards, and state-of-the-art POS solutions designed to meet the needs of both merchants and agents. FairMoney thrives on its diverse workforce, bringing together talent from over 27 nationalities. This multicultural team drives the company’s mission of reshaping financial services for underserved communities.To gain deeper insights into FairMoney’s pivotal role in reshaping Africa’s financial landscape, we invite you to watch informative video.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify areas of efficiency in internal processes or products to save cost for the company.
• Evaluate current tools & recommend better & efficient tools.
• Maintain vendor relationships by communicating effectively and addressing inquiries and concerns promptly
• Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers and evaluate their offerings
• Support in negotiation processes and contract management
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure alignment on procurement needs and strategies.
• Monitor market trends and identify new suppliers and products.
• Analyze and report on procurement metrics and savings achieved.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Economics, or related fields
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Operations, Strategy, or similar domains
• Advanced Excel proficiency (dashboards, modeling, pivots, automation)
• Strong project management and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-growth, and execution-heavy environments

Benefits

• 25 days paid vacation, Sick & Public Holidays to B2B contractors.
• Remote (timezone must have significant overlap with CET).
• Training & Development budget.
• Paid company business trips.

Recruitment Process

• Screening call with Recruiter: 30 minutes.
• Technical Interview with Director of Remittance.
• Final interview with CFO Global

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