Procurement Officer

JOB SUMMARY

This role is responsible for ensuring that goods and services are purchased in a timely and cost-effective manner, and they're availed to user departments in the right quality and quantity. This role serves as the main contact between internal customers and external suppliers.Description: REPORTING LINES:REPORTS TO:Senior Procurement OfficerFINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:NoneQUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor's degree in purchasing and Supplies or in a relevant field.Full (CIPS- Level 6) qualification.Minimum of Four (4) years relevant experience in procurement; 1 Year of supervisory experience added advantage.DESIRABLECurrent membership with a professional body; CIPS & KISMExperience using an ERP system; with knowledge and experience in E-procurement Systems as an added advantage.COMPETENCIES:Demonstrate high levels of integrity and confidentialityExcellent interpersonal, written, presentation and communication skillsBasic analytical, problem solving and critical thinking skills;Team working and ability to work in diverse teamsFlexibility, adaptability, multi-tasking and attention to detail

RESPONSIBILITIES

Action all approved purchase requisitions, submit to prospective suppliers and expedite response for the same;Maintain good Supplier relations and negotiating contractsEvaluate and analyse the quotations submitted by proposed vendors and process local purchase orders.Research & evaluate Prospective SuppliersCompile documentation for approval by the Procurement Committee where required;Prepare tender documents and send out to prospective bidders;Receive bids from vendors, carry out evaluation and submit recommendation for awards;Preparation of Annual Procurement plansConduct Due Diligence for Suppliers as requiredProvide support in disposal of assets declared either obsolete/no more annually or biannually); andParticipate in the Procurement Committee as alternate Secretary to the Senior Procurement Officer.Assist in Supervision of Procurement Department in the absence of the Senior Procurement Officer

REQUIRED SKILLS

Teamwork, Logistics planning and management, Ability to coordinate, Procurement, Negotiation, Planning

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Post-graduate education