Procurement Specialist at Michael Stevens Consulting

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers

Job Description

• On behalf of our client, We are looking for aProcurement Specialistto join our team and help manage theorganization’s procurement needs.
• Procurement Specialist responsibilities include researching new suppliers, ensuring that all purchased products and materials meet our specifications, and negotiating with vendors as needed.
• Ultimately, you will work with leaders in our organization to understand the needs of our organization and ensure we achieve our supply goals in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Prepare proposals, request quotes and negotiate purchase terms and conditions
• Prepare and issue purchase orders and agreements
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues and concerns
• Inspect and evaluate the quality of purchased items and resolve shortcomings
• Analyze industry and demand trends and support senior management with the development and implementation of sourcing strategies.

Requirements and skills

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or a similar field preferred
• Proven work experience as a Procurement Specialist or similar role
• Good working knowledge of purchasing strategies
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and with business application software, purchasing and resource planning systems.