Purchasing Officer needed at H-CUE Catering

DESCRIPTION

• Monitor vendors for quality, service and price through standard purchasing specifications.
• Create and maintain good relationships with vendors, suppliers and community partners.
• Minimum of three independent genuine quotations.
• Secure products and services at the best possible pricing without compromising on quality or service.
• Ensure requisitions are properly approved before purchases are made.
• Receive, verify accuracy and quality of orders before confirming receipt and contacting suppliers of incomplete deliveries and follow up to verify / confirm future delivery expectations.
• Follow and ensure minimal lead times for deliveries as per the LPOs.
• Ensure all the buying targets are met.
• Keep accurate records of all purchases made and prepare relevant purchasing reports.
• Ensure a safe and sanitary environment adhering to industry standards for all materials storage areas.
• To assist in the selection of appropriate suppliers and contractors, to promote good procurement practice with due regard to sustainability, ethical purchasing standards and whole-life costing.
• Coordinating with the delivery team and following up on delays or orders that have been rescheduled.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement, Logistics & Supply Chain Management or any equivalent qualification.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in related industry.
• Good knowledge of purchasing, negotiation, commercial understanding and cost breakdown.
• Able to add value, reduce costs and input to business improvements.
• A good understanding of the retail market.
• Be able to meet strict and dynamic deadlines