Inventory / Purchasing Officer at Sunrise Universal Integrated Supermarket

Summary of Responsibilities

• Prepare a purchase order or RFQ for items in your category as the organization requests and get approval before it is sent to the vendors.
• Confirm supplier availability and get price updates before sending out purchase orders.
• Monitor and ensure supplier performance and timely delivery.
• Ensure delivery of goods is received in line with requirements i.e. quality, quantity, time frame and right pricing.
• nsure transfer of the received items in right quantities to outlets and not to overstock them.
• Ensure timely monitoring of outlet overstocks, shelf balance from store to warehouse on weekly.
• Carry out market research on emerging trends as well as price fluctuations and keep the management informed accordingly.
• Ensure your category is well managed to avoid stock out of the fast lines.
• Carry out monthly procurement cost and variance analyses etc.
• Ensure all procurement transactions are open and done at a competitive price.
• Oversee planning, costing, and negotiation with all suppliers to ensure the company enjoys a competitive edge in all procurement.
• Ensure all supply meets the company’s requirements in terms of quality, quantity, price, and delivery time.

Academic Qualification and Skills

• HND / B.Sc. in Purchasing and Supply or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years working experience in the same capacity.
• Ability to work with less supervision and multitask
• Attention to details and good record management.
• Good organization and problem solving and team work skills.
• Computer savvy and ability to use Microsoft Office.