Procurement and Logistics Manager
Procurement, Purchasing And Supply Chain Management Jobs
- Omni Africa
- Expires 07 May 2021
- Bulawayo
- Full Time
Job Description
We are looking for a candidate with a strong supply chain background in ICT environment. The role is responsible for the overall supply chain management. as Procurement and Logistics Manager you will be responsible for managing the company’s supply of products and services. Top responsibilities include strategizing to find cost-effective deals and suppliers.
Duties and Responsibilities
Procurement and Logistics – 65%
Provide efficient support and ensure success of the overall procurement & logistics activities, while providing efficient utilization of resources
Act as focal point for requisitions received for the procurement of goods and logistics services
Ensure full compliance and application of standard company procurement rules, procedures and best practices
Maintain procurement processes that ensure project’s effective ability to procure and deliver quality goods and services to the requesting offices
Ensure timely and quality procurement and logistics services provision according to the project’s duration
Oversee, and control shipping and delivery of purchased goods, equipment, and supplies, as well as their customs clearance and insurance (where required)
Manage all logistical arrangements ensuring proper quality control, specification compliance, monitoring and verification of deliveries, plus timely delivery to the end user
Prepare regular reports on the status of the overall procurement process
Ensure adherence to operational policies, procedures and standards of conduct
Maintain pastel with supplier credit limits and buying terms
Ensure to submit invoices received for the goods delivered/delivery notes for filing along with supporting documents
Establish proper recording and monthly reporting systems of all procurement activities inclusive of updated inventory
Monitor/liaise with technicians on inventory, fuel consumptions as per the standard systems and establishment of a proper recording system for field’s monthly reports
Strategically plan and manage logistics, warehouse, transportation and customer services
Direct, optimize and coordinate full order cycle
Liaise and negotiate with suppliers, and customers
Keep track of quality, quantity, stock levels, delivery times, transport costs and efficiency
Manage and oversee activities of transport fleet under the overall supervision of transport focal point/receptionist
Oversee travel, accommodation, flight booking for staff for official business arrangements
Guide staff and implement proper filing system for Logistics and Procurement Unit
Perform any other task assigned by the supervisor
Business Management and Support – 30%
Impart training to staff on procurement and logistic related procedures
Evaluate primary sales bids against profitability criteria.
Knows the goals, standards, policies and procedures which may include some familiarity of other departments within the group.
Provide Advice and guidance to customers
Coordinate incident management activities
Manage people, processes and technology that form the contact infrastructure
Strategic Management – 5%
Participating in strategic planning, and formulating long-term business plans
Pricing and competitor analysis
Qualifications and Experience
3 - 5 years experience in a similar role.
3 - 5 years experience in reconciling high volumes of accounts.
Computer literacy in Pastel Evolution essential.
Computer literacy in Microsoft Office (MS Word, MS Excel etc.) at least intermediate level.
Display a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
Possess excellent numerical and organisation skills.
Be comfortable working within a team.
Be able to cope under pressure and ensure deadlines are met.
Experience of managing relationships at all levels including senior executives
Ability to contribute effectively when working with senior colleagues, across the breadth of business/strategic issues.
Excellent interpersonal skills at all levels with a presentable and professional personality.
Goal orientated, driven and motivated.
Problem identification, problem solving and decision-making skills.
Preferred
Thorough understanding of the IT industry
Demonstrable management of a rapidly growing business
