Description :

The Procurement Specialist is responsible for managing the organization's procurement needs.

       The key responsibilities include:

• Researching and identifying prospective suppliers
• Liaising with internal project teams and maintaining strong supplier relations
• Evaluating products and suppliers according to key business criteria
• Preparing proposals, request quotes, and negotiating purchase terms and conditions
• Preparing and issuing purchase orders and agreements
• Monitoring supplier performance and resolving issues and concerns
• Inspecting and evaluating the quality of purchased items and resolving shortcomings
• Analyzing industry and demand trends and supporting senior management with the development and implementation of sourcing strategies

       The ideal candidate should have:

• Proven work experience as a Procurement Specialist or similar role
• Good working knowledge of purchasing strategies
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and with business application software, purchasing, and resource planning systems