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Are you a detail-oriented and proactive professional with a knack for sourcing and procurement? We are in search of a Procurement Officer to join our team and play a pivotal role in securing the resources needed to support our operations. Key Responsibilities: · keeps up with market trends and chooses products/services; · assesses budgetary limitations and customer requirements and decides on quantity, type, range and quality of goods or services to be bought; · assesses bids from suppliers, finds suppliers and negotiates prices; · helps negotiate contract with supplier and specifies details of goods or services required; · looks at ways to improve supply networks, presents new ideas to senior management team; · ensures that delivered items comply with order, monitors quality of incoming goods and returns unsatisfactory or faulty items, monitors performance and makes sure targets are met; · works closely with merchandisers who allocate stock and develop sales forecasts; · maintains records and prepares reports as necessary. Requirements · Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field; · Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management or a related field; · Strong negotiation and communication skills; · Proficient in procurement software and MS Office suite; · Knowledge of safety and compliance regulations; · Attention to detail and accuracy; · Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under tight deadlines; · Ability to work independently and as part of a team. This is a full-time position with competitive compensation and benefits. If you are a motivated and results-oriented individual with a passion for logistics and warehouse management, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Closing date for all applications is 24/04/2025.