General Purpose:
To provide strong support and administration to the Purchasing Manager in achieving effective procurement functions.

Tasks & Responsibilities:
• Guidance and assistance to staff in all aspect of purchasing.
• Preparation and development of bid documents and supplier bid lists to obtain competitive quotations on products & services.
• Promotes usage of the Purchasing Department as an effective resource for addressing supply issues across the organisation.
• Reviews current procurement activities and recommends improvements.
• Obtains information regarding a variety of goods/services by telephone, email & meetings.
• Responsible for the development and administration of the awarded contracts.
• Collects & reports feedback to measure supplier performance.
• Assists in resolving Accounts Payable invoice discrepancies when requested.
• Coordinates and resolves problems with end user departments and suppliers.
• Performs other related duties such as special assignments as required.

Education & Experience:
• 2 years’ experience in a purchasing function
• Good Excel skills.
• financial acumen

Key Competencies:
• Organising/Planning Ability – Problem Solving, Time Management, Working to Deadlines.
• Attention to detail.
• Analytical skills.
• Teamwork/Interpersonal capabilities.