PROCUREMENT OFFICER (X1)

Purpose of the Job

To procure goods, services, capital items, chemicals and other requirements, in order to ensure efficiency and contribute to smooth operations of the Company

Statements of Main Accountabilities

• Procures requested materials or when stock levels are low by raising the purchase requisition form, getting the purchase requisition form approved by Management and sends enquiries to suppliers, as per approved suppliers list or the ones used before; sends out enquiries and obtaining at least 3 quotations from different suppliers
• Assists superior evaluate received quotations and recommends preferred supplier to the Superior after taking into account the price, quality, delivery period and point of delivery
• Raises purchase order to the chosen supplier and making follow-ups with suppliers to collect goods or ensure timely delivery of the same
• Prepares of tender documents and sending of invitations for tenders to suppliers and in opening the tender box, evaluating received tenders, prepares tender reports, making recommendations to the Internal Procurement Committee, raises orders/prepares contracts once the recommendations have been approved
• Compiles the list of suppliers in conformity with Zambia Public Procurement Authority (ZPPA) procedures and guidelines

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• Full Grade 12 Certificate
• Diploma in Purchasing and Supply, Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply, (CIPS)
• 3 years’ post qualification experience in a similar role
• Member of the Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply
• Valid Driver’s License (Ability to Drive Manual Vehicle) will be an added advantage