About Us

Copper Rose Zambia (CRZ) is the largest youth-led organization working towards the empowerment of youth and women in Zambia. Our mission is to make a difference in the lives of women and youth through education and empowerment so that they may exhibit autonomy to reach their full potential and be effective leaders and agents of change in their communities. We envision a world in which every woman and young person is happy, healthy, and living to their full potential. Our main thematic areas of work are:

1)  Health and Wellness (HW)

2)  Gender Equality (GE), 

3)  Youth Development and Leadership (YDL)

For more information about us, visit our website at www.copperrosezambia.org

Job Title: Procurement Assistant

Reports to: Senior Administration and Procurement Officer

Location: Lusaka

Expected Travel: National travel may be required (25%) including to remote districts

Position Overview

The Procurement Assistant will provide support to the Senior Administration and Procurement Officer in ensuring smooth operations of the organisation’s procurement processes. The incumbent will play a vital role in upholding quality standards while optimising costs and ensuring compliance with procurement policies and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support procurement activities by obtaining quotes, issuing purchase orders, negotiating, pricing, and nurturing vendor relationships.
• Support the preparation and implementation of the CRZ procurement plan
• Maintain accurate records of procurement activities
• Coordinate with the senior procurement and administration officer to ensure prompt, accurate, and quality delivery of goods and services
• Monitor store’s inventory levels and initiate supply reorders as necessary
• Assist with tracking vendor payments
• Receiving, counting, and verifying stock
• Share POPs with vendors and collect receipts for all payments from vendors
• Develop plans for purchasing services and supplies

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience as a procurement assistant
• Proficiency in MS Office and other relevant software
• Strong organisational and time management abilities
• Excellent  communication and interpersonal skills
• Understanding of procurement practices and procedures
• Capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment and effectively prioritising tasks
• Attention to detail and adept problem-solving skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Purchasing and Supply Management
  ZIPS Diploma in Procurement & Supply/CIPS or equivalent is an added advantage
• A member of ZIPS with a valid practicing license will be an added advantage
• Recent graduates are highly encouraged to apply.
• Full Grade 12 certificate with a minimum of Merit or better in English and Mathematics