Junior Procurement Officer

Key Responsibilities: 1. Request for Quotes & Price Negotiations: Obtain competitive quotes and negotiate pricing with suppliers. 2. Purchase Order Creation: Generate and manage purchase orders for required goods and services. 3. Tender Administration: Oversee and manage tender processes as needed. 4. Invoice Reconciliation & Price Verification: Ensure accurate reconciliation of invoices and verification of pricing. 5. Support Indirect Purchasing: Assist with indirect purchase orders, particularly in Engineering spares. 6. Marketing & R&D Support: Collaborate with marketing for research and development, following through on artwork and amendments. 7. Supplier Relationships: Forge and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure seamless operations. 8. Cost Saving Initiatives: Source and onboard new suppliers to drive cost-saving initiatives. 9. Quality Control Liaison: Work with QC to approve new suppliers and raw materials. 10. Month-End Reconciliation: Conduct month-end reconciliation and coordinate with the accounts department for payment sign-off.

Role Competencies: • Experience in FMCG, Manufacturing, and/or Engineering purchasing is essential. • Ability to manage large workloads and meet customer requirements. • Strong analytical skills. • Above-average written and oral communication skills. • Conflict management. • Advanced Excel proficiency.