KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 


Engage within your network for suppliers to meet the demands for purchase volumes of goods in Mwingi at good quality and cheapest price. 
Receive sourcing orders and forecast from finance department as basis for supplier negotiations, prepare purchase orders and order goods in a timely manner from suppliers. 
Interact with suppliers on a day to day basis and negotiate aggressively for the very best cost reducing market prices, payment period, expired notice and damaged goods. 
Resolve any irregularities and non-compliance issues with suppliers concerning purchase orders, tax, payments or any conditions of purchase. 
Process purchase requisitions / orders as approved by Management 
Prepare and maintain purchasing records, reports and cost price lists. 
Liaise with management for updated cost price lists and communicate to the team. 
Develop, manage and co-ordinate the procurement processes. 
To be in charge of the purchase of office equipment for the organization, contact suppliers, and research offers and quotations. 
Administer supplier performance, including delivery, receipt, warranty, damages and insurance. 
Comply with and maintain knowledge of applicable rules, legislation, regulations, standards, and best practices 
Produce and maintain regular reports on a weekly and monthly basis. 
Manage records and supplier documents. 
Work with internal stakeholders to determine procurement needs, quality, and delivery requirements


QUALIFICATIONS


Degree in procurement and Supply Chain management 
Over 5 years of experience in sourcing for wholesalers, distributors and supermarkets selling purely FMCG. 
Good problem-solving and analytical skills 
Ability to prioritize and work on own initiative