Procurement Officer
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Job Description
Our client, an NGO that works tirelessly across developing nations to strengthen education systems, ensuring access, equity, and excellence in learning for all is looking to hire a Procurement Officer to join their team. The Procurement Officer will ensure that he/she finds suitable vendors/suppliers following the organization’s procurement process.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
Processing of procurement requests.
Responsible for preparation of framework agreement with vendors.
Establish a relationship with preferred vendors/suppliers.
Responsible for contract management of vendors/suppliers (ensuring contracts and supporting documents are properly stored and accessible for reference when needed).
Prepare all the CFQs.
Act as the secretary of the procurement committee.
Prepare all the Pos.
Review of all the asset listings.
In charge of the vendor listing and management.
Support with training in logistics for new staff.
Desired Skills, Qualifications and Experience:
Must have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree.
Must have experience in procurement/purchasing for a minimum of 3 years.
Must be registered with Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply.
Strong negotiation skills and relationship building.
Should have an analytical mindset.
Strong organizational and time management abilities.
Should be an excellent team player.
Must be fluent in English.
Experience in a non-profit organization is a plus.
