The Procurement Officer is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and managing goods and services required by the company while ensuring cost-effectiveness, quality, and timely delivery. This role coordinates with internal stakeholders and suppliers to support business operations, negotiates contracts, monitors supplier performance, and ensures compliance with company policies and procurement procedures.
Key Responsibilities
- Source and evaluate suppliers to obtain the best value in terms of quality, cost, and delivery.
- Prepare purchase requisitions (PRs), purchase orders (POs), and manage the end-to-end procurement process.
- Negotiate pricing, contracts, and payment terms with suppliers.
- Coordinate with internal departments to understand purchasing requirements and delivery schedules.
- Monitor inventory levels and ensure timely replenishment of materials and supplies.
- Maintain supplier records and evaluate supplier performance.
- Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, budgets, and internal controls.
- Resolve purchasing issues, delivery delays, and supplier-related concerns.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Procurement, or a related field.
- 2–5 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain operations.
- Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP/procurement systems is preferred.
- Good communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.
- High integrity, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
