Summary
Date Posted:Friday, April 28 2023, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
REPORTING TO: CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

JOB SUMMARY:
The position of Manager Procurement is a middle management position and the job holder is responsible for ensuring that all procurement functions are aligned to the strategic goals and objectives of the organization.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:
• Provide research, administrative, and technical support to staff on the procurement of qoods and services to ensure accuracy, timeliness of information, and compliance with governing legislation, policies, and procedures. Provide support in preparation, processing, and maintenance of procurement instruments and contracts in accordance with internal controls and relevant public sector procurement legislation.
• Coordinate, participate, and/or process various procurement activities including bid openings, change orders, security deposits, progress payments, contracts, etc.
• Assist with the administration of annual service and supply Contra
• Develop and malntain supplier relationships. Maintain the Computerized Procurement System.
• Liaise with suppliers and staff on matters relating to procurement, internal controls, and relevant legislation Coordinate delivery schedules, monitor progress, and liaise with clients and suppliers to resolve issues.
• Provide input and maintain relevant policies and procedures including contract administration manual and procurement templates.
• Maintain electronic and manual procurement records.
• Responsible f development of departmental goals and objectives and management of the operating procedures and departmental budgets so that the organization meets financial goals. Produce reports for Chief Executive Officer, Board of
• Directors (BOD) and other stakeholders as necessary.
• Participate in Procurement Committee meetings and other meetings as directed by the Chief Executive Oficer to represent the interests of the Company.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor's degree in Procurement and Supply or Business
• Administration and/or related field from an institute of recognizede standing. Completion of a recognized procurement designation.
• Must have 10+ years of related experience as a procurement officer in large public and or private institution.
• Must be prepared to undertake further development o business or internal andetKIS through participation in training and development.
• Possess initiative and mature judgment with the ability to make and implement sound decisions.
• Must be a member of ZIPS

PEROSNAL ATTRIBUTES
• Non-partisan
• Honest and reliable with high moral strength Innovative and proactive
• Mature judgment
• A high degree of integrity Tact and diplomacy
• Ability to work with minimum supervision Self-starter

SKILLS
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Analytical, organizational and leadership skills
• Good report writing and oral presentation skills

TENURE OF EMPLOYMENT
An initial contract of three (3) years fixed term contract.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 120

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure
Only candidates who meet the above role specifications and competencies should apply enclosing their detailed CV and copies of academic qualifications/ professional qualifications. Daytime and reachable telephone/mobile numbers should be clearly stated.
Kindly send applications to the following address not later than Friday 28 April 2023 @ 17:00hrs.
Chief Executive Officer
PO BOX 37579
LUSAKA

In person at
Plot No. 5309 Dedan Kimathi Road,
2d Floor Malaiti House (Formerly Mukuba Pension House) Lusaka.
The advertiser provides equal employment Opportunities to Zambia Nationals on merit and without discrimination on grounds of colour, tribe, place of origin, language, race, social origin, religion, belief, gender, marital status, ethnicity, health, pregnancy, culture or economic grounds.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.


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