• Oversee the entire procurement process, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and procedures, from requisition to receipt of goods or services.
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers to secure advantageous terms, including pricing, delivery schedules, and quality of goods or services.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies aimed at cost reduction and efficiency improvement, including supplier consolidation and bulk purchasing.
• Manage the supplier selection process, conducting thorough assessments to ensure reliability, quality, and financial stability.
• Coordinate with internal departments to forecast demand for goods and services, ensuring timely procurement to meet operational needs.
• Implement and maintain a procurement management system or software to streamline procurement processes and enhance data visibility and reporting.
• Resolve disputes with suppliers related to delivery issues, product quality, or contract compliance, ensuring minimal impact on the organization.
• Conduct periodic reviews of procurement policies and procedures, recommending updates or changes to align with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.

Skills

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Deep understanding of spreadsheet/reporting manipulation, including pivot tables, functions.
• Exemplary leadership and negotiation abilities.
• Experienced with Enterprise Resource Planning tools and programs.
• Solid cost analysis skills.