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.
·
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.
·
Demonstrable aptitude in effective
negotiating.
·
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.