Purchasing Officer at Hamilton Lloyd and Associates

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers

Job Summary

• Manages all purchasing demand of the company and ensures compliance to local and global contracts
• He is in charge of the company’s spends and is responsible for providing procurement support.
• Reports to: The Supply Chain Management Director

Main Responsibilities

• Responsible for Order Placement, Timing, Supply and Demand.
• Responsible for supervising company's procurement activities and working closely with the selected suppliers/OEMs.
• Provide leadership for the purchasing department and motivate staff to achieve maximum performance and efficiency.
• Ensure that the Purchasing Department works within all of the companies Operational Procedures.
• Continuously monitor, evaluate and improve supplier performance.
• Source for the most affordable materials from manufacturing companies.
• Ensures adequate supply of all required materials, components and equipment.
• Manage the procurement supplier relationships for the company.
• Responsible for sourcing alternative items for buyers and customers.
• Resolve disputes and claims with vendors and suppliers.
• Manage, develop & improve the purchasing team.
• Prepare & process requisitions, purchase orders & invoices for purchases.
• Give sourcing input to colleagues to aid business planning & development.
• Make recommendations & advise senior management on all purchasing issues.
• Maintain records of supplier contracts, agreements, goods ordered received.
• Control the purchase Order and supply of all procured items & services.
• Negotiate price and terms of products with suppliers

Person Specification
Minimum Education:

• A University Degree in related field. Relevant Certification is an added advantage.

Experience:

• 3-5 years in Procurement and purchasing and other related field.

Key Skills and Competencies:

• Strong negotiating skill, leadership and influencing skills.
• Business acumen, supply chain management skills and attention to details.
• Hardworking and unbeatable positive attitude.
• Understanding of internet marketing
• Have strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent judgement and decision making.