Analyses documentation and prepares the procurement process
Obtains feedback on quality and compliance with contracting terms and conditions and realizes the supplier's qualification
Analyses the market and obtains information on new market players in the assigned areas.
Prepare and issue Requests for Quotation as well as formal tender documents, when and if required.
Administer contracts and update the vendor performance evaluation
Engage in sourcing activities and negotiations with current/future vendors
Manage the end-to-end sourcing process including commercial and contractual negotiations within reason
Conduct forward looking analysis on current/future vendors to drive commercial savings and performance improvements
Maintain and operate the procurement workflow and PO system
Responsible for monitoring and the development of vendor performance processes, assist in resolving vendor issues and escalations
Prepares purchase orders and invitations to submit a bid in a tender
Dispatch approved Purchase Orders, and follow-up with the delivery of ordered commodities and services.
Receives requests for purchases from individual departments of the company
Processes databases of suppliers
Ensure optimum levels of inventory.
Confers with vendors to obtain product or service information, such as price, availability, and delivery schedule

University degree in Economics
Language: English (advanced) – written and spoken
3-5 year of experience in procurement and purchasing functions
Knowledge of best practice procurement processes, policies and procedures
Strong emphasis on accuracy and detail
Analytical
can break complex problems into small ones
Good communication and cooperation skills
Act as a problem solver, with strong analytical and organizational skills
Advanced knowledge and use of MS Office (Excel, Word, Power Point)
Experience in SAP is preferred
Driving license
Excellent communication skills with the ability to challenge & collaborate
Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as a part of a team
Excellent Google suite & MS Office skills

Procurement and Purchasing Specialist

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