Purchaser (Butajira)

Job Summary

The Purchaser is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring goods and services required for the organization's operations. The role ensures timely purchasing, cost-effective procurement, supplier relationship management, and compliance with company procurement policies while maintaining quality standards and supporting efficient business operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, delivery performance, and reliability.
• Obtain quotations, compare supplier offers, and recommend the best purchasing options.
• Negotiate prices, payment terms, delivery schedules, and contract conditions with suppliers.
• Prepare and process purchase orders in accordance with company procurement procedures.
• Follow up with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
• Coordinate with user departments to understand purchasing requirements and specifications.
• Monitor purchase orders and resolve issues related to delays, shortages, or quality concerns.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier databases, and purchasing documentation.
• Work closely with the warehouse or store team to verify receipt of purchased items.
• Evaluate supplier performance and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Monitor market trends and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies and ethical procurement practices.
• Prepare periodic procurement reports and purchasing performance analyses.
• Support inventory planning to ensure continuous availability of materials while minimizing excess stock.
• Perform other procurement-related duties assigned by the Procurement Manager or Supervisor.

Qualifications

• Must be willing to relocate to Butajira

• Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Purchasing and Supplies Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
• 0 - 6 Months of relevant experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong knowledge of procurement principles and purchasing procedures.
• Excellent supplier sourcing and negotiation skills.
• Good understanding of inventory management and supply chain operations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, and procurement or ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, numerical, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build and maintain effective supplier relationships.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in procurement documentation.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple procurement activities simultaneously.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability.

Skills Required:

• Logistics / Supply / Chain
• Procurement / Purchasing