Operational Officer at Synapse Resource Center

Reports to: Admin. and Accounts Manager

Job Summary

• As the Purchasing Officer the post holder is responsible for managing all purchasing activities
• S/he will ensure effective purchasing and regular delivery of goods and services needed by the Organization, which includes going to the market for procurement and market survey purposes.

Responsibilities

• Procurement: Process purchase requisitions / orders within purchasing Period.
• Work with the Store Officer to create a re-order level for purchases
• Invite, assess, and award/recommend supplier tenders, bids, quotations, and proposals.
• Establish and negotiate contract terms and conditions, and maintain supplier relationships
• Prepare and maintain purchasing records, reports and price lists
• Work with the admin department to determine procurement needs, quality, and delivery requirements
• Assist in the development of specifications for equipment, materials, and services to be purchased
• Administer contract performance, including delivery, receipt, warranty, damages and insurance
• Reconcile or resolve value discrepancies
• Comply with and maintain knowledge of applicable rules, legislation, regulations, standards, and best practices
• Develop and maintain constructive and cooperative working relationships with colleagues and management

Requirements and Experience

• Minimum of 2 years’ previous work experience as an operations and/or Procurement officer preferably in a health care sector
• Bachelor's Degree in Social Science or any related discipline
• Certifications in HSE or Procurement and Supply Management is desired

Required Skills:

• Outstanding organizational and leadership abilities
• Excellent interpersonal and public speaking skills
• Ability to develop and deliver effective business and operational plans which are financially relevant.
• Proficient in office management software e.g. MS office - Word & Excel
• Strong operational management ability
• A clear focus on results - sets goals, plans, and prioritizes effectively, monitors efficiency and progress of work against plans.

Salary Range: 60,000 - 70,000