Purchasing Officer

Purchasing Officer

Key Result Areas:

• Purchase or contract supplies, services, and equipment required by any department within the limits of the current budget and in accordance with company purchasing procedures.
• Negotiate and recommend execution of contracts for the purchase of supplies, services, and equipment.
• Procure the necessary quality in supplies, services, and equipment at the least expense to the company.
• Assist the purchasing manager with daily tasks and create weekly, monthly, and annual reports.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• At least 2 years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of goods import rules.
• Familiarity with the local market.
• Cost-saving skills.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Team management skills.
• Time management skills.
• Ability to handle pressure.

Key Competencies:

• Negotiating and agreeing to contracts, monitoring their progress, and checking the quality of services provided.
• Processing payments and invoices.
• Keeping contract files and using them as a reference for the future.
• Producing reports and statistics using computer software.
• Ensuring suppliers are aware of business objectives.
• Attending meetings and trade conferences.