PROCUREMENT OFFICER – MASTERPORK CHONGWE (x1)

The Required Skills for the Role Include:

• Sourcing for goods and services upon receipt of approved purchase requisitions from stores and end users.
• Evaluating suppliers’ products and services.
• Ensuring that approved purchases are cost-efficient and of high quality with the comparison of 3 quotations from different suppliers.
• Ensuring that the purchase order (PO) is signed by the Head of Department.
• Implementing procurement guidelines to ensure that MasterPork Ltd conforms to the company’s policies.
• Ensuring communication with the Head of Department takes center stage in everyday activities.
• Ensuring there is transparency in purchasing of materials.
• Ensuring there is good record-keeping for all business transactions.
• Regularly assessing activities conducted to identify any significant hazards.
• Putting an action plan in place in order to control hazards by eliminating, isolating, or minimising them.
• Recording all actions taken.
• Wearing and using appropriate protective clothing and safety equipment.
• Adhering to all company Health and Safety policies.
• Any other assigned duties.

The Required Qualifications Are:

• Grade 12 Certificate.
• Diploma in Purchasing and Supply or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of work experience in a Purchasing Management role, preferably in an FMCG.
• Contract management and supplier experience.
• Must be a Member of the Zambia Institute of Purchasing & Supply (ZIPS).

The Required Attributes for the Role Include:

• Excellent relationship management skills with the ability to engage, negotiate and manage Key stakeholders and suppliers.
• Strong and confident negotiator with the ability to negotiate at all levels.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and influencing skills.
• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Keen attention to detail and accuracy.