Clerk Job in Nairobi

Job Title: Purchasing Clerk – IT Business Solutions

Industry: IT

Location: Nairobi

Gross Salary: 50K – 60K

Our client is a leading integrated business solutions provider dealing with various systems including Queue Management, Visitor Management, Time & Attendance and Electronic Security Systems.

They seek to hire an efficient purchasing Clerk with a high level of attention to detail who will be responsible for managing all the local procurement and inventory of the company.

Key Responsibilities

·         Develop, lead and execute purchasing strategies

·         Prepare and issue local purchasing orders to suppliers

·         Negotiate credit terms with suppliers

·         Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve the effectiveness

·         Craft negotiation strategies and close deals with optimal terms

·         Partner with stakeholders to ensure clear requirements documentation

·         Forecast price and market trends to identify changes of balance in buyer-supplier power

·         Perform cost and scenario analysis and benchmarking

·         Seek and partner with reliable vendors and suppliers

·         Determine the quantity and timing of deliveries

·         Monitor and forecast upcoming levels of demand and maintain buffer stock at all times.

·         Maintain supplier database, purchase records, and related documentation

·         Maintain warranty record for all the purchased items

·         Coordinate and work with the store manager for all inventory related matters

Skills & Qualifications

·         Degree in business administration or a related field

·         Minimum of 2 -3 years of experience as a purchasing officer.

·         Must have Previous experience working in an IT Business solution company

·         MUST have Deep knowledge of inventory and supply chain management.

·         Professional attitude and appearance

·         Solid written and verbal communication skills

·         Excellent organizational skills

·         Multitasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks

·         Supervisory and management experience.

·         Proficiency in Microsoft Office and purchasing software.

·         Strong critical thinking and negotiation skills

·         Strong planning and organizational skills.

·         Ability to work independently.

How to Apply

If you are up to the challenge, possess the necessary qualifications and experience; please send your CV only quoting the job title on the email subject (Purchasing Clerk – IT Business Solutions) to vacancies@corporatestaffing.co.ke on or before Tuesday 9th February 2021.

N.B: We do not charge any fee for receiving your CV or for interviewing

Only candidates short-listed for interview will be contacted.