RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Assist in the selection of appropriate suppliers and contractors, to promote good ethical purchasing standards and costing
- Source and compare quotes from at least three (3) vendors for purchases to be made, to ascertain the best offer.
- Work with internal stakeholders (shipping department) to determine accurate procurement needs, quality and delivery requirements.
- Collate evaluation of the performance of suppliers/ vendors and report on this periodically.
- Keep accurate records of inventories on ERP and track usage of items.
- Follow up and enforce the company’s procurement policies and procedures.
- Manage inventories and maintain accurate purchase and pricing records.
- Maintain and update supplier information such as qualifications, delivery times, product ranges, etc.
- Maintain solid relationship with suppliers/vendors and possess good negotiating skills.
- Carry out proper research and evaluation of prospective suppliers.
- Contribute to preparing budgets and cost analyses as required
- Prepare periodic reports identifying completed and pending activities, including completion timelines.
Requirements
- Bsc/HND in Marine/Mechanical Engineering or a Social Science course
- A Marine Engineering background is an added advantage
- Minimum of 2+ years of work experience as a procurement officer
SKILLS
- Strong communication and negotiation skills
- Good analytical and strategic thinking skills
- Supervisory and management experience
- Keen attention to detail
- Good knowledge of Microsoft office suite
- Good commercial awareness of the shipping industry and the operations of a vessel
How to Apply
Interested and qualified? Go to Matrix Energy Group on zurl.to to apply