• 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
• Attend meetings with the legal department to ensure any contractual obligations are favorable to the company
• Work closely with the projects team to understand details of procurement requirements
Requirements
• University degree in related field.
• 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