Purpose of the Position:

The role holder will be responsible for the timely procurement and delivery of right quality, value for money deals and suppliers and the proper processing of assigned customer orders. In order to carry out these responsibilities, the Procurement Officer selects and evaluates the performance of suppliers, oversees the customs clearing process and coordinates the processing of assigned customer orders.

Key Accountabilities

Strategic Sourcing, Procurement and vendor management in line with policies and procedures

• Ensures procurement processes are carried out in compliance with the Group policies and procedures and manage risks associated with this function.
• Effectively and efficiently source goods and services both locally and internationally.
• Establish quality & quantity specifications of the goods and services that are being utilized by the company.
• Negotiate terms and conditions of purchase with various suppliers in liaison with the procurement committee.
• Manage supplier/ customers relations.
• Monitor market trends.
• Ensure timely supply of quality goods and services that are fit for purpose and from approved suppliers.
• Liaise with respective suppliers, clearing and forwarding agents, transporters and regulating authorities such as ERCA, Media Agency, etc for timely and effective delivery of imported materials.
• Identify and exploit savings opportunities and benefits in procurement activities in a manner that doesn’t frustrate business execution.
• Evaluate new suppliers of materials and maintain a list of approved suppliers.
• Ensure proper inventory records are maintained in the system.
• Provide leadership in the entire procurement and store function.
• Interface with departmental managers to plan and prioritize purchasing activities, review planned orders, create requisitions for purchased items, and manage approval process, track orders, confirm system lead times, delivery dates, and costs.
• Ensures orders adhere to supplier agreements and contracts.
• Report non-conformities
• Manage supplier performance evaluation process to guide contract renewal or termination

Job Requirements

The incumbent is required to have the following qualifications and experience level:

• Bachelor’s degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management qualification.
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in a similar position.
• Exceptional proven negotiation skills.
• Organized and able to withstand pressure
• Flexible with a high level of responsibility
• Fluent in English
• Experience managing and dealing with people
• Acts with integrity, objectivity and high standards of accountability
• Knowledge of contract law / contracting
• Proficient in MS Office (MS Excel, MS Word)

 The incumbent is required to have the following technical competencies: ·   

• SAP knowledge will be an added advantage
• Customer oriented
• Supply Chain Management & Logistics Management
• Customs and imports process
• Risk Management
• RFI and RFP process and best practice

Behavioral Competencies

• Relationship Building
• Conflict Resolution
• Decision Making
• Critical Appraisal
• Holistic Thinking
• Persuading & Influence

How to Apply

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d candidates will be contacted.