Procurement & Logistics Officer

Job Summary

The Procurement & Logistics Officer manages supplier database registries, purchase orders, contract negotiation files, inventory tracking sheets, supply forecast models, cost-saving logs, and compliance documentation. Core duties include evaluating vendor performance; streamlining shipping and delivery logistics; managing stock thresholds based on project timelines; and preparing procurement reports for management review.

Key Roles & Operational Responsibilities

1. Strategic Sourcing & Contract Negotiation

• Manage the full procurement process, stretching from systematic supplier selection and rigorous market research through to finalized contract negotiations.
• Target and evaluate high-performance vendors, building collaborative, long-term supplier relationships to ensure reliable service delivery.
• Design and implement cost-saving initiatives through data-driven strategic sourcing and smart purchasing decisions without compromising quality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional corporate teams to align purchasing strategies and project budgets with long-term business development goals.

2. Logistics Coordination & Inventory Optimization

• Coordinate daily logistics workflows to secure the timely, efficient transport and delivery of products, goods, and specialized services.
• Monitor branch inventory benchmarks, using analytical skills to forecast future supply needs against active project timelines.
• Assist management in drafting clear, structured procurement plans and department budgets to prevent material bottlenecks.

3. Compliance Maintenance & Documentation Architecture

• Maintain strict accuracy and detail when processing internal purchase requisitions, invoicing matches, and inventory ledgers.
• Enforce complete compliance with standard company policies, internal financial controls, and local regulatory requirements for all procurement events.
• Prepare, organize, and present clear supply chain performance reports and documentation files for executive management review.

Foundational Capabilities & Prerequisites

Required Technical Profile & Academic Track

• Academic Foundation: A Bachelor's degree in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Management, or a related commercial field.
• Professional Experience: Minimum of 3 to 5 years of proven experience handling corporate procurement processes, vendor management, or supply chain logistics.
• Technical Tool Mastery: Highly proficient in utilizing modern procurement management software, enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, and the Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel for inventory tracking and data analysis).
• Supply Chain Expertise: Practical knowledge of supply chain management principles, inventory control techniques, and standard logistical workflows.

Core Attributes & Interpersonal Strengths

• Negotiation Metrics: Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, with a proven ability to secure favorable financial terms and legal conditions with external stakeholders.
• Analytical Thinking: Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills to review market trends, evaluate vendor scorecards, and make strategic sourcing decisions.
• Process Discipline: Excellent organizational skills, with a self-driven ability to prioritize tasks, handle multiple workflows simultaneously under pressure, and maintain high attention to detail.
• Development Orientation: An entrepreneurial, growth-driven mindset focused on improving operational processes and implementing sustainable procurement practices.

What the Procurement Placement Offers

• Comprehensive Supply Portfolio: Take operational ownership of diverse purchasing pipelines supporting a major multi-sector business corporation.
• Strategic Corporate Impact: Play a direct role in minimizing supply risk, reducing company expenses, and shaping business development strategies.
• Career Track Development: Expand your expertise in global sourcing, complex contract management, and integrated ERP systems.

Skills Required:

• Logistics / Supply / Chain
• Procurement / Purchasing