The successful candidate will play a key role in assisting the manager in managing procurement activities, ensuring the efficient and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services in alignment with organizational needs. This position involves working closely with vendors, suppliers, and internal teams to manage the procurement process from start to finish.
Responsibilities:
- Stay updated with current market prices of all items required by the company
- Research and select suppliers based on credentials, market presence and ability to match price and maintain deliveries
- Visit suppliers’ premises to verify quality and operating standards
- Verify the value of new products through quality testing and field trials
- Work with the salesperson to obtain updated information, especially for new products
- Negotiate fair and realistic terms of agreement- in terms of prices, quality, continuity of supply and discounts
- Investigate and solve problems with regard to suppliers
- Maintain and develop good relationships with suppliers
- Ensure that the correct number of suppliers are appointed
- Update and maintain records of all suppliers, their products and price lists
- Issue purchase orders for non-trade items
- Inventory audit at month-end
- Perform other ad-hoc duties as assigned
Requirements:
- Good communication and negotiation skills
- 2 years of relevant working experience in Purchasing and/or Supply Chain Management
- Knowledge of SAP will be an added advantage
- Good team player and able to work well under stress in a fast-paced environment
Contract Terms:
- Duration: 1-year contract with the possibility of extension based on performance and business needs.
- Working Hours: Full-time.
