Purchasing Assistant
Job
Salary: 15000 base plus commission.
Location:
Nairobi.
Our
client dealing in retail trade (jewelry, African art, crafts, precious and
semi-precious stones) with scope of operation at the local and international
levels is recruiting for a competent Purchasing Assistant.
Responsibilities
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Evaluate supplier options according to prices, quality etc. and
determine the best choices.
·
Discover and purchase new products and check the quality and
popularity of those already on the shelves.
·
Negotiate terms of agreements to achieve the best deal for the
company.
·
Ensure the timely delivery of products and compliance with the
contracts of purchase.
·
Monitor stock levels.
·
Reacting to changes in demand and logistics.
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Meeting suppliers and negotiating terms of contract.
·
Maintaining relationships with existing suppliers and sourcing
new suppliers for future products.
·
Create reports on sales, budgets and customer satisfaction and
adjust your strategies accordingly.
·
Forge and maintain trust relationships with suppliers to promote
fair dealing.
·
Any other duties as maybe assigned.
Qualifications
·
At least diploma in Stores Management/ Purchasing and Supplies
Management or equivalent from a recognized institution.
·
At least 2 years’ proven experience as a retail buyer or
relevant role.
·
Outstanding communication abilities.
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Excellent organizational skills.
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Demonstrable aptitude in effective negotiating.
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Up to speed with purchasing best practices.
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Familiarity with market research, data analysis and forecasting
techniques.
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Excellent knowledge of MS Office; working knowledge of
purchasing software is an advantage.
How to Apply
Interested
parties should send their online applications on or before 21ST June 2017.
Applications
not meeting minimum requirements will not be considered. Only shortlisted
candidates will be contacted.