Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, the Operational Buyer will be responsible for managing all administration involved with the procurement of Services & Indirect materials; he/she will liaise with the relevant strategic buyers at the regional Head Office for contracting, pricing or RFQ.
Responsibilities
· Ensure timely delivery of goods and services to the internal users in the desired quantity and quality together with the accompanying documentation.
· Convert the Purchase request into purchase orders.
· Ensure that Procurement and accounting data is of the required quality in the Purchase Order.
· Ensure strict adherence to the Procurement rules and procedures.
· Apply and implement strategic policies established by the Strategic Buyer.
· Monitor transport issues linked to the material order.
· Transmit purchase orders to external vendors.
· Ensure timely confirmation of purchase orders (when required).
· Monitor timely receipt of blocked invoices.
· Establish and maintain good communication with vendors.
· Monitor the balance to deliver and the comparison of the GR (Good Receipt)/IR (Invoice Receipt).
· Resolve any operational issues with external vendors.
· Maintain a close working collaboration with Strategic Buyers.
Requirements
· Bachelor’s degree in Procurement and Supply or a related field from a reputable university.
· Diploma in purchasing and supplies management is an added advantage.
· At least 2-3 years working experience as a buyer.
· Good negotiation/persuasion and communication skills with clarity in spoken and written words.
· Ability to make objective, fact based decisions.
· Good achievements focus i.e. high energy levels and commitment to end results.
· Ability to work under pressure.
· A team player with sound analytical skills.
· Well developed computer skills.
How to apply:
Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client; a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by close of business Wednesday, 27th April 2011
Adept Systems
Management Consultants
P O Box 6416, Nairobi, GPO 00100
Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Please note that we do not charge fees for receiving or processing job applications.
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