The Procurement Officer will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing goods from international suppliers to meet organizational requirements in a cost-effective and timely manner.
Main duties
To keep track of purchase orders of the company.
To prepare purchase orders as appropriate.
To work with suppliers to determine the best deals for the company and evaluate pros and cons of each based on price, quality, speed of delivery and other factors.
To keep track of deliveries from supplier to recipient.
To assist the Purchasing Manager and Procurement Executive on all procurement issues.
To develop professional relations and work in partnership with abroad suppliers in the field of procurement.
To assist in the evaluation of Suppliers’ performance.
To liaise with local authorities with regards to importation of products.
To process claims as and when required.
To perform data capture on SAGE Pastel.
To assist in sourcing products all year round and selecting the best method of transportation – Air Freight or Sea Freight.
Required skills / Qualifications
HSC or Diploma in supply chain management would be an advantage.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in the field of Administrative work /Procurement
Meticulous & Attention to details
Well versed with MS Office & Outlook
Ability to handle sensitive situations with tact, diplomacy, and high ethical standards
Excellent communications skills – English & French oral and written are mandatory
Solid negotiation skills to deal with suppliers efficiently.
