Buyer Full Time

To contribute to the definition and the implementation of strategy and resources to optimize Procurement operations.

The main duties include but are not limited to:

• Ensure the adherence to the procurement policy by all relevant Departments
• Negotiate better deals with suppliers and ensure that all requests conform to specificity and delivery done on time (supplier relationship)
• Ensure that anything procured falls within the budget in case of waiver to some requests, communication be done through the sourcing committee
• Establish and maintain an approved vendor list together with the Management representatives.
• Handle the Request for Quotations (RFQ) processes as per the Procurement procedure.
• Sourcing of products and service.
• Act as an interface between suppliers and other relevant departments
• Monitor and advise on any issues which may present risk or opportunity to the organisation.
• Monitor market trends, competitor strategies and market suppliers.
• Provide analysis on costs, new and existing and review cost reduction activities.
• Work closely with others in the procurement function and review opportunities for continuous improvements.
• Ensure that goods and services purchased are at the best prices and conditions.
• Ensure that goods and services purchased are as per Purchase Requisitions.
• Make sure that all Purchase Orders are processed timeously within the Company ERP System
• Ensure that all orders are approved by authorised signatories before processing following the Delegation of Authority limit.
• Email the POs to the selected supplier copying the person who requested the order.
• Communicate any delay or potential delay on orders to the relevant stakeholders.
• File all documents/communication related to the Purchase orders.
• Distribute documentation/information to the relevant departments.
• Meet the savings plan and other Key Performance Indicators (KPI) of the
• Ensure that the Group Contracts Management procedure is followed.
• Maintain a professional relationship with suppliers.
• Operate with the highest standards of integrity.
• Follow all the Company’s policies and procedures.
• Perform any other duties required by your designated manager

Skills

• Procurement Expertise
• Compliance Management
• Process Improvement
• Tender Management
• Planning and Organisation
• Reporting and Analysis
• Communication and Decision making
• Stakeholder management
• Ethical conduct

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistic, Supply Chain Management. CIPS LEVEL 6, Membership of Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply Chain (MCIPS) advantageous
• 3-5 years minimum and experience in Telco would be an additional advantage
• Experience sourcing engineering, manufacturing or technical goods and services

Interested candidates who meet the minimum requirements can submit their applications, updated CV and certified copies of their academic certificates to: jobsbw.obw@orange.com

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