DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare proposals, request quotes and negotiate purchase terms and conditions.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders and agreements.
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues and concerns.
• Inspect and evaluate the quality of purchased items and resolve shortcomings.
• Analyze industry and demand trends and support senior management with the development and implementation of sourcing strategies.
• Develop viable, cost-effective and strategic procurement strategies.
• Communicate the value of strategic sourcing and procurement to key stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders.
• Work with key procurement software and systems.
• Evaluate existing procurement policies and procedures and update accordingly.
• Evaluate and select chosen suppliers using a set criteria such as quality, price, delivery and sustainability.
• Attend trade shows, interview vendors and visit supply plants/distribution centres.
• Manage contracts, including settling disputes and ensuring that a supplier meets expectations.
• Negotiating various contracts with vendors on quality, price and delivery.
• Analyse and complete financial reports and pricing proposals.
• Keep track of all goods and services ordered and received with a comprehensive inventory.
• Ensure responsible procurement practises are being met and comply with company objectives.
• Creation of purchase orders.
• Calculate all order costs and evaluate invoices for accuracy.
• Prepare and update reports, records and pricing lists.
• Work with other teams for cross-departmental work.