Buyer

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of Electrical / Mechanical Engineering
• Experience in relevant role is an advantage but not required
• Must be able to communicate in all levels of the organization

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Processes PRs by coordinating with requisitioning unit regarding requested items/services as well as defines and quantifies requirements for goods and services.
• Canvasses prices of materials, stocks, service, substitutes, etc.
• Attends/conducts bidding (pre bid, bid submission) meetings
• Accepts and reviews bids
• Conducts actual negotiations with supplier to obtain a win-win agreement and arrive at a successful consummation of the negotiation process
• Prepares and/or reviews PRS.  Submits PRS for approval by superior.
• Endorses selected supplier based on prescribed guidelines and policies for approval by superior (approval thru Ariba On Demand)
• Monitors, checks and coordinates with supplier for deliveries, quantities and required specifications and services to ensure conformity with established standards, requirements and provisions of contracts/agreements
• Identifies and develops suppliers.
• Recommends improvements in the procedures to facilitate delivery of requirements. Seeks approval of recommended improvement from superior or appropriate authority.