Procurement Officer (225-728)

As a Procurement Officer, you will play a crucial role in managing and optimizing the purchasing and sourcing activities of our organization. Your main task will involve identifying potential suppliers, negotiating contracts, and ensuring that all procured goods and services meet the highest quality standards. You will collaborate with various departments to determine the organization's needs, establish strategies to meet those needs efficiently, and build strong relationships with suppliers to secure competitive pricing. Your role will also require you to keep abreast of market trends, seek out quality products at competitive prices, and ensure that purchasing processes comply with company policies and regulations. Your expertise will contribute significantly to cost savings and operational effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Develop, lead, and implement purchasing strategies for the organization.
• Identify potential suppliers and establish strong working relationships.
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and deadlines with vendors and suppliers.
• Perform risk management procedures to minimize procurement delays.
• Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness.
• Partner with stakeholders to ensure clear requirements documentation.
• Monitor suppliers' performance and evaluate their compliance with agreements.
• Create and maintain good relationships with key vendors and suppliers.
• Ensure inventory levels are adequate to meet production schedules.
• Conduct cost analysis and set appropriate benchmarks for supplier goods.
• Assess the quality of received goods and address any related issues.
• Stay up-to-date with market trends and new product developments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Proven experience as a Procurement Officer or in a similar role.
• Strong understanding of procurement and negotiation techniques and skills.
• Knowledge of supply chain management and inventory management practices.
• Familiarity with sourcing and vendor management software and tools.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong analytical, planning, and organizational abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and procurement platforms.