We are looking for a qualified Purchasing Officer to handle trade and non-trade purchases and ensure purchased items are both cost-efficient and of high quality. The candidate should have an analytical mind and keep up with product and service trends. Ultimately, a purchasing officer should be able to negotiate well and ensure that all purchases comply with company standards.
Essential Functions:
- Research and evaluate prospective suppliers.
- Source materials, goods, products, and services and negotiate the best or most cost-effective contracts and deals.
- Ensure that purchasing documents are complete and accurate and include appropriate and reasonable terms and conditions.
- Maintain pricing histories and other vendor records. and negotiating contracts.
- Maintain good supplier relations so they can provide us quality services.
Qualifications:
- Graduate of Accounting, Business management or related course
- 2+ years of experience as a purchasing officer or in a similar position.
- Strong communication and negotiation skills.
- Good analytical and strategic thinking skills.
- Trustworthy and reliable.
