Procurement Officer (Senior) at Givanas Group of Companies

Key Responsibilities

• Checking shipping documents to process clearing issues
• Following with bank to issue pre-assessment report to pay duty
• Following with clearing agent to clear out shipments in minimum cost
• Coordinating with warehouse and quality control on receiving shipments
• Conducting Price negotiations, vetting and issuing approvals
• Preparing purchasing orders by tracking: All Purchasing orders, Form M applications, LC applications including amendments
• Monitoring cash flow requirements of imports
• Shipping documents and shipments
• Organizing payment of duties and other allied charges
• Tracking costs and review of funding requests against budgeted amounts
• Identifying and evaluating prospective suppliers for: Raw materials, Packaging supplies and services, and capital goods
• Reviewing invoices against proof of delivery
• Providing regular feedback and updating internal and external customers on all assigned categories
• Maintaining detailed database of all events in logistics and other categories.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree/HND in a related field
• 3-5years of procurement experience within a fast-paced manufacturing industry or similar industry.
• Management/ Purchasing and Store Keeping experience
• Good command on Microsoft excel and Microsoft power point

Job Competencies:

• Ability to analyze and negotiate contracts
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, administrators and vendors
• Knowledge of budgetary policies, procedures and accounting principles
• Knowledge of market conditions, sources of supply and available commodities
• Technical awareness
• Proven Negotiation skills
• Good Communication Skills
• Leadership & Co-ordination skills
• Ability to work on target
• Strong administrative and follow up skills
• Integrity