Procurement Officer Role
We are looking for an organised procurement officer to handle purchasing. In this position, you will play a pivotal role in securing high-quality and cost-efficient supplies for our business. You will follow procurement procedures, maintain an updated list of current and incoming stock, and get value for money in all purchases.
Procurement Officer Duties
- Create and maintain relationships with suppliers
- Evaluate suppliers
- Estimate and establish budgets for purchases
- Make professional decisions in a fast-paced environment
- Review all vendors and suppliers
- Maintain purchase records and other important data
- Negotiate pricing and supply contracts ensuring cost effective procurement
- Develop plans for purchasing services, and supplies
- Ensure that the products and supplies meet quality standards
- Work with team members to complete duties as needed
- Maintain and update a list of suppliers
Procurement Officer Requirements
- Ability to negotiate contracts
- Ability to use tendering platforms such as NEST for new tenders is a MUST
- Ability to multitask, prioritise, and manage time efficiently
- Excellent communication skills
- Accurate attention to detail
- Goal-oriented, organised team player
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ready for travel across the state at any appointed time
- Ability to work well with management and staff at all levels
Procurement Officer Qualifications
The education and qualifications of a Procurement Officer include the following:
- A Degree in Procurement and Supply chain Management, Purchasing and Logistics, Purchasing and Supply, Business Studies or Supply Chain Management
Procurement Officer Desired Experience
At least 2 year work experience in procurement or supply chain. The relevant experience of a Procurement Officer includes knowing systems such as TANEPS and NEST, liaising with prospective suppliers, and conducting negotiations.
Send your CVS and cover letters to argentumrecruitment@gmail.com
