Job Requirement:
- Min Diploma in Business, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Engineering or a related field is preferred.
- Minimum intermediate level in MS Excel
- High level of integrity and tactfulness
- A solid understanding of procurement principles, best practices, and supply chain management.
- Effective negotiation skills to secure favorable terms with suppliers.
- Good written and verbal communication skills to interact with suppliers, colleagues, and internal stakeholders.
- At least 3 years of experience in purchasing and preferably in the procurement of engineering related goods such as tools, machine parts, piping, fittings, valves, flanges, pumps etc
Job Description:
- Identify and evaluate potential suppliers and vendors based on price, quality, reliability, and other criteria.
- Negotiate terms and conditions with suppliers to secure advantageous contracts and pricing.
- Generate and manage purchase orders for required goods and services, ensuring accuracy and compliance with procurement policies.
- Analyze procurement costs, market trends, and pricing to optimize purchasing decisions and reduce costs.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, monitor their performance, and address any issues that may arise
- Collaborate with inventory and warehouse teams to ensure adequate stock levels, minimize excess inventory, and manage inventory turnover.
- Perform stock check and report other analytical data as required by management.
- Ensure that purchased goods and services meet quality standards and specifications.
- Ensure procurement activities adhere to legal and regulatory requirements, including ethical and sustainable sourcing practices.
- Manage the procurement budget, track expenditures, and report on cost-saving opportunities.
- Stay updated with industry trends, market conditions, and emerging suppliers to make informed procurement decisions.
- Maintain accurate records of procurement activities, contracts, and supplier agreements.
- Liaising with delivery and warehouse teams to ensure goods are received on time.
- Maintain vendor file by providing information, such as payment policies for each vendor, list of vendors with contact information and other information, such as products or services provided
- Review invoices for accuracy of billing, payment dates and any comments or notes attached to the invoice
- Coordinate purchases, such as: equipment, tools, supplies and services such as telephones, copiers, computers, security firms, transport companies
