Procurement Specialist – PMI Evolve Zambia job at Abt Associates
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Vacancy title:
Procurement Specialist – PMI Evolve Zambia

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

Jobs at:

Abt Associates

Deadline of this Job:
Monday, May 27 2024 

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

Summary
Date Posted: Monday, May 13 2024, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:
The Opportunity
As the Procurement specialist, you will be responsible for assisting with all aspects of the procurement process in support of project activities. Under direction of the Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for supporting multiple project stakeholders to procure goods and services domestically and internationally. The Procurement Specialist will work closely with other teammates to monitor contracts, verify delivery of materials, and track vendor payments.

Core Responsibilities
• Under direction of the Procurement Manager, assist with processing customs clearance and tax waivers, as needed.
• Update the procurement tracker for all ongoing and new procurements to provide visibility into on-going purchases.
• Manage and maintain the procurement email box to collate and organize RFP submissions.
• Ensure that procurement files are complete and audit ready as soon as the procurement process is complete.
• Collect product specifications or scope of work for services; ensure that specifications and scopes are clear, objective and complete.
• Ensure that procurement files are complete and audit ready as soon as the procurement process is complete.
• Check completeness of procurement files using Home Office provided procurement checklist
• Work with the home office procurement department and back stop team to obtain requisite approvals as directed.
• Enter procurement transactions into QuickBook and iProcure entries as directed.
• Stay current with changes in US Government and Abt Associate policies and procedures related to procurement of goods and services.
• Document all correspondence with vendors and maintain comprehensive procurement files.
• Communicate with warehouse manager or other technical lead, to ensure that goods received match the quantity and quality requested in the original order and communicate all inconsistencies to the procurement manager prior to any payment to the vendor.

What We Value
• PS2 = Bachelor’s Degree + 2 years of relevant experience, .
• Degree in Logistics, Business, Management, Administration, or another relevant field.
• Experience with USAID-funded development programs, and knowledge of Federal and AID Acquisition Regulations (FARs and AIDARs) is desirable.
• Possess certification in procurement and supply management, preferred.
• Excellent management, organizational, computer (especially excel), and writing skills.
• Fluent in English.

What We Offer
We foster an environment where you can Thrive Your Way. Our innovative total rewards programs are designed to help balance your work and personal life. The approach toward your wellbeing centers around comprehensive benefits and professional development.
Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. Local candidates strongly encouraged to apply.
Disclaimer: Abt Associates will never ask candidates for money in exchange for an offer of employment.


Work Hours: 8


Experience in Months: 24

Level of Education:
Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure
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Job Info
Job Category: Logistics/ Transportation/ Procurement jobs in Zambia
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Monday, May 27 2024
Duty Station: Lusaka
Posted: 13-05-2024
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 13-05-2024
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 13-05-2066
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