Company description:

Crown Packaging and Plastics PLC is an ambitious company that exists to create a better world through creating new jobs and strengthening the Ethiopian economy. The company is founded and managed by an international team (Dutch and Ethiopian) and works according to international standards. We are looking for a determined person who can work with our new line of business called ‘UBUNTU lifestyle’, a new business that is focused on exporting Ethiopian handmade crafts for the international market.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assessing competent suppliers who can produce and deliver products

• Build up and maintain relations with suppliers (business, NGO, women’s group)

• To negotiate new deals and renegotiate contracts

• To place orders for products and services

• To check incoming products on quantity and quality

• To maintain and organize the stock and arrange the transport of incoming products to the Crown compound

• Arranging small jobs to finalize the products for sale in the Netherlands (adding labels, packing etc.)

• To track and report material backorders from vendors

• To analyze data and forecast requirements with vendors

• To maintain and create detailed reports

• Being the contact person between UBUNTU Netherlands and all Ethiopian relations

• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

Qualification

• Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement & Supply Chain Management, Marketing Management, Business Administration or equivalent field of studies and 4 years of related experience. 

• Experience in management of procurement systems.

• Experience in planning for and conducting training in all areas of sourcing and logistics for staff (suitable to staff knowledge level). 

Experience

• 3 - 5 years  

KEY BEHAVIORS & ABILITIES:

• Excellent coordination skills

• Highly organized and detail oriented

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

• Ability to think analytically, apply sound judgment, and solve problems

• Exceptional communication skills – both written and verbal

• Self-motivated with attention to detail and have positive attitude

• Strong organizational and time management skill

• Ability to do traveling through the city and outside of the city

How to Apply

Interested and qualified applicants can submit their application, CV and non-returnable copies of their testimonials via email: tensae@crownethiopia.com  

For this position, eligible female applicants are highly encouraged to apply.