Our client is an ICT firm based in Westlands.
The client is looking to employ a procurement officer.
The Procurement Officer is responsible for effectively manage the purchasing and supplies management functions through the application of professional procurement and inventory management practices to maximise value from externally sourced products and services.
The position is responsible for developing focused strategies for procurement of products and services, supported with favourable service agreements and to offer advice and direction to staff and management, as required, with regard to procurement in support of the business objectives.
In addition, the job must coordinate cost effective disposal of assets in
accordance with Bank policies and regulations.The client is looking to employ a procurement officer.
The Procurement Officer is responsible for effectively manage the purchasing and supplies management functions through the application of professional procurement and inventory management practices to maximise value from externally sourced products and services.
The position is responsible for developing focused strategies for procurement of products and services, supported with favourable service agreements and to offer advice and direction to staff and management, as required, with regard to procurement in support of the business objectives.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Plan
and carryout pre-procurement activities in line with and in support of
business objectives.
- Work
closely with other departments to create and deliver procurement
strategies, policies and procedures which support the aspirations of all
business units.
- Apply
strategies which ensure continued supply of high quality and cost
competitive products and services to the Bank.
- Study
market trends and establish practical market knowledge to determine
reliable suppliers of goods and services for the Bank.
- Facilitate
user departments in needs assessment and to write clear specifications.
- Interact
with users to prioritize their needs and prepare analysis reports.
- Develop
prequalification lists according to Bank regulations and guidelines.
- Document
for approval procurement plans and schedules
- In
liaison with Head of Corporate Affairs develop tools and apply
professional procurement techniques to the purchase of goods and services
- Negotiate
and apply appropriate supply agreements for goods and services. When in
place ensure these are appropriately managed and updated.
- Salary
is a gross of 50-70k.
Qualifications & Experience
- A
good University degree in Procurement, Commerce, Business Administration
or Accounting;.
- A
recognised professional qualification in procurement;
- Membership
of a professional procurement body;
- Minimum
of 3 years procurement experience in a senior role
- Ability
to work with suppliers and build long term competitive supply
relationships.
- Ability
to analyse data and give presentations to all levels of management
- Ability
to influence, communicate effectively and work with minimum supervision.
Other Attributes
- Excellent
Negotiation skills
- Analytical
and presentation skills
- Excellent
planning and organizational skills
- Results
driven and pro-activity
- Cultural
awareness
- Attention
to detail
- Concern
for standards
- High
level of integrity
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