Procurement Officer job at Out-Resource Business Support
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Vacancy title:
Procurement Officer

[ Type: FULL TIME , Industry: Business Management and Administration , Category: Transportation & Logistics ]

Jobs at:

Out-Resource Business Support

Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, May 15 2024 

Duty Station:
Within Zambia , Lusaka, South - Central Africa

Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, May 01 2024, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:
• Our client, a dynamic company in the Energy sector, seeks an energetic procurement Officer who will play a vital role in ensuring the efficient sourcing and procurement of goods and services necessary for the company’s operations. The procurement Officer will be responsible for managing the entire procurement process from sourcing suitable suppliers to negotiating contracts, with focus on optimizing costs, quality and delivery times. Your skills and expertise will directly contribute to the success and sustainability of our operations in Zambia.
• Reporting: Operations Manager
• Location: Lusaka

Responsibilities:
• Identify potential and suitable suppliers, assess their capabilities and establish strong partnerships.
• Conduct regular market research to stay abreast on industry trends, pricing, laws, and supplier availability.
• Negotiate contract terms with suppliers, to ensure favorable pricing and terms.
• Develop and implement policies and strategies aligned with the company goals and objectives.
• Coordinate procurement activities across departments, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
• Monitor and evaluate supplier performance, addressing any discrepancies as they arise.
• Analyze procurement information to identify cost-saving opportunities and drive efficiency.
• Implement cost reduction initiatives without compromising on quality or service levels.
• Optimize inventory levels to minimize carrying costs while ensuring adequate supply.
• Assess and mitigate risks associated with procurement activities such as disruptions or quality issues.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, standards and internal policies.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation for audit purposes.
• Provide guidance to stakeholders on procurement processes and best practice.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including finance teams, project teams, engineers etc. to understand procurement needs and requirements.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or related field.
• Proven experience in procurement, preferably within the energy sector or related industry.
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to build and maintain supplier relationships.
• Proficiency in procurement systems and software (e.g. SAP, Oracle)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8


Experience in Months:

Level of Education:
Bachelor Degree

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Job Info
Job Category: Logistics/ Transportation/ Procurement jobs in Zambia
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Wednesday, May 15 2024
Duty Station: Lusaka
Posted: 01-05-2024
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 01-05-2024
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 01-05-2066
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