JOB SCOPE
- Find new vendor, evaluate vendors, negotiate contracts and prepare PO
- Maintain list of approved vendors
- Compare and evaluate offers from suppliers
- Negotiate contract terms and pricing
- Analyse ordering patten/frequency, monitor stock level and place orders as needed
- Ensure optional stock levels and products’ quality
- Track orders and ensure timely delivery
- Ensure goods received in term name, type, quantity, pricing and date of delivery are accurately recorded in the system
- Maintain procurement listing and keep track of outstanding PO
- Ensure inventory records are correct and identify slow moving stock (if any)
- Manage transfer of goods among clinics
- Check stock out is correctly recorded
- Maintain good relationships with key suppliers to ensure merchandise with high quality and timely delivery
- Assist with ad-hoc tasks and projects as assigned by management, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability.
REQUIREMENTS
· Proven work experience as a Purchasing Officer, Purchasing Agent or similar role in retail or healthcare industry.
· Good knowledge of vendor sourcing practices (researching, evaluating and liaising with vendors)
· Hands-on experience with purchasing software
· Understanding of supply chain procedures
· Solid analytical skills, with the ability to create financial reports and conduct cost analyses
· Excellent negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills
· Min Degree in Accounting, Logistics, Business Administration, or relevant field
