A procurement specialist is responsible for finding goods and services for the company at the best value regarding quality and price.
The type of goods procured varies from one industry to another with the underlying duty of meeting budget constraint to increase profitability.
Identify suppliers of goods and services.
Negotiate terms with suppliers such as price, quality of goods, deadlines, expectations, etc.
Liaise with suppliers and project managers regarding updates and details of goods.
Create purchase orders and tally these with supply requests and orders.
Analyze invoices to ensure accuracy of goods delivered.
Monitor inventory to ensure the flow of goods remains positive.
Complete fulfilment of supplies and services based on project needs.
Attend meetings with the various departments and stakeholders to ensure any contractual obligations are favorable to the company.
Work closely with the projects team to understand details of procurement requirements.
Bachelor’s degree in related field.
Master’s degree in a related field preferred Proven experience working as a procurement specialist in the same area required.
Additional certification in the field of procurement desired Strong knowledge of the industry and market conditions Excellent written and verbal communication skills Impeccable negotiation and problem-solving skills Exceptional interpersonal skills and rapport building Flexible to work long hours as demanded by projects.
Able to travel to meet vendors and suppliers, as necessary