We are looking for an astute procurement officer to oversee purchasing activities and ensure that purchased items are both cost-efficient and of high quality. The procurement officer's responsibilities include maintaining positive supplier relations, evaluating supply options, approving purchases, and maintaining accurate records.

To be successful as a procurement officer you should have an analytical mind and keep up with product and service trends. Ultimately, a top procurement officer should be able to negotiate well and ensure that all purchases comply with company standards.

Responsibilities:

• Preparing plans for the purchase of equipment, services, and supplies.
• Negotiate the best deal for pricing and supply contracts
• Following and enforcing the company's procurement policies and procedures.
• Reviewing, comparing, analyzing, and approving products and services to be purchased.
• Managing inventories and maintaining accurate purchase and pricing records.
• Maintain and update supplier information such as qualifications, delivery times, product ranges, etc.
• Maintaining good supplier relations and negotiating contracts.
• Researching and evaluating prospective suppliers.
• Preparing budgets, cost analyses, and reports.
• Ensuring the delivery of goods and services and keeping costs as low as possible.

Requirement:

• Minimum 2 years experience as a procurement officer or related position
• Solid knowledge and understanding of procurement processes, policy, and systems
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and purchasing software.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• Good analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Attention to details
• Ability to deal with customers/ vendors efficiently