JOB PROFILE | ||
JOB TITLE: | Procurement Officer | |
REPORTS TO: | Head of programs | For: Supervision & support on procurement activities. |
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JOB PURPOSE:
To effectively execute the procurement of goods and services in a timely and competitive manner so as to ensure quality control, value for money and timely delivery of program activities as per project plan. |
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Program Execution · In line with the coalition work plan, facilitate the overall implementation of the annual procurement plan. · Implements sound, cost-effective strategies for the purchase of equipment, goods and services. · Maintaining good supplier relationships with suppliers and negotiates contracts to ensure competitive pricing and value for money. · Participates in preparation of bid specifications and circulation of bid documents to prospective suppliers with a request for quotation. · In liaison with the procurement committee, receives Request For Quotations and evaluate them against bid specifications to qualify suppliers that meet the specifications. · Works with the procurement committee to conduct due diligence on all suppliers and ensure that they meet the compliance requirements. · coordinate the communication to all successful suppliers and ensures update of the pre-qualified supplier database. · Coordinate the ordering of goods and services and ensure timely delivery as per agreed contract terms. · Communicate with management regularly regarding the status of procurement items against the project timelines & requirements. · Works closely with the company legal representatives to make sure that supplier contracts and terms are favorable.
Grants Support
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KEY RELATIONSHIPS:
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QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:
· Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, supply chain or related discipline · Minimum of two years of professional experience in procurement, logistics management · CIPS Certification is an added advantage. |