Latest Job Adverts
| PURCHASING OFFICER |
| SCAW LIMITED |
Advert
Posted 2018-09-04 08:32:06
PURCHASING OFFICER (1)
Reports to: Chief Financial Officer
Overall job purposes:
To purchase quality goods and services timeously and at a
competitive price and ensure smooth plant operations.
Duties and Responsibilities;
§ Ensures
that all approved purchase requisitions from departments are actioned in
accordance to laid down procedures.
§ Ensures
that enquiries for all approved purchase requisitions and stock items are sent
to suppliers for offers.
§ To
adjudicate quotations received from both local and foreign suppliers for
presentation in the tender meeting in order to select best suppliers using
value for money considerations.
§ Ensure
that all communication of purchase orders, due dates to suppliers is
transmitted timeously and delivery dates are communicated to internal customers
timeously for planning purposes.
§ Maintains
proper information of suppliers in order to ensure accurate vendor rating.
§ Liases
externally with ZRA, clearing agents and transporters on import formalities to
ensure smooth importation of goods and services in order to sustain company
operations.
§ To
maintain an effective communication internally with Stock Controller and user
departments in order to minimize stockouts.
§ Develops
standard contracts and service level agreements documents which can be used for
business.
§ To
develop and assess subordinates annually.
Qualifications;
§ Grade
twelve (12) certificate
§ Diploma/Degree
in Purchasing and Supply or its equivalent
§ A
member of Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply with a valid practicing
License.
§ Minimum
of 5 years’ working experience in stores preferably in a manufacturing
industry.
§ Engineering
background is an added advantage
Skills/Competencies;
§ Analytical
skills
§ Conversant
with AX systems, Microsoft excel and word
§ Good
interpersonal and communication skills
§ Technical
skills.
§ Investigative
skills.
§ Negotiation
skills.
§ Ability
to plan in advance
§ Must
be a good team player
Applicants who meets the above requirements should submit
their applications with copies of detailed Curriculum Vitae with traceable
references, academic/ professional qualifications and any other relevant
documentation in support of the application. Applications should be submitted
to the address below not later than Wednesday, 13th September, 2018.
Corporate Services Department
Scaw Limited
P.O Box 20418,
KITWE.
Or Email to jobs@scawzltd.com
