JOB DETAILS

POSITION

PRINCIPAL PROCUREMENT OFFICER – STOCK MATERIALS

JOB PURPOSE / DESCRIPTION

To plan, coordinate, manage and administer procurements of stock materials for the corporation.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must possess a Grade Twelve (12) School Certificate.
• Must have a Bachelor’s Degree from a reputable University vetted by the appointing authority.
• Must be a registered member of the Zambia Institute Purchasing and Supply (ZIPS) with a valid practicing license.
• At least eight (08) years’ work experience in Procurement and Supply Management with three (03) years at middle management level.
• Good understanding of the PPA of 2020 and all relevant subsidiary legislation.

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENT

• Ability to competently work with provisions of Public Procurement Act No. 8 of 2020 and all relevant subsidiary legislation.
• Demonstrable ability to timely handle complex procurements.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrable ability to expeditiously prepare relevant procurement reports.
• Demonstrable ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrable skills to undertake procurement planning and core procurements.
• Highly conversant with Microsoft packages, ERP and e-GP systems.

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Managing all relevant procurement processes in line with PPA 2020 by the annual procurement plan.
• Undertake contract management and administration.
• Work hand in hand with the Inventory Section of Stores Department.
• Be secretariat for relevant Procurements and Sub-Committees.
• Be Chairperson for Tender Opening.
• Manage and motivate staff under supervision.
• Assist with preparations for ZESCO Procurement Committee meetings.
• Coordinating and chairing tender opening meetings.
• Ensure good record keeping of all contract management information.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety in the workplace.

TENURE

The Contract is for three (3) years.

START DATE

Thursday 14th September 2023

DEADLINE

Tuesday 26th September 2023