Purchasing Officer at Aurum Consultants

Our client in the motor repair industry is looking to fill in the above position, to be based in Nairobi.

Main Purpose

The Procurement Assistant shall be responsible for supporting in the day to day procurement activities and coordinating with heads of departments to ensure timely purchase of required items.

Job Responsibilities

• Completing all purchase order requests before a purchase order is prepared
• Assisting management with obtaining competitive price quotations /carrying market research
• Placing food orders based on requirements and ensuring prompt delivery
• Documenting all items received by the establishment in accordance with establishments’ purchasing and receiving procedures;
• Preparing and presenting daily purchases made to the Managing Director by 9.00am the following day
• Generating purchase orders and obtaining authorization prior to processing these orders
• Establishing and maintaining par stocks on all inventoried items
• Daily, weekly and monthly stock
• Any other duty as will be given from time to time.

Qualifications

• Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supplies (CIPS) Diploma from a recognized institution;
• Accounting qualifications
• At least three (3) years working experience in a comparable position.
• Have good communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate meticulous attention to detail and creativity
• Be a strong team player
• Honesty and integrity
• Proficiency in Materials Control System.