Job Vacancy For Officer, Procurement & Contracts Coordinator
Job Vacancy For Officer, Procurement & Contracts Coordinator
Role Summary
• The job holder will support implementation of the full range of procurement processes and work with stakeholders to understand their requirements, compile specifications, facilitate vendor selection, negotiate agreements, and administer contracts and purchase orders.
Key Accountabilities
• Design and implement standard operating procedures, systems and policies and ensure compliance to the procurement process
• Manage contracts and service level agreements for the procurement of goods, services, and leases
• Compare bids from vendors and determine to whom contracts will be awarded
• Evaluate vendor proposals to ensure that all requirements are met
• Investigate, develop, and promote the use of progressive supply chain tools and technologies to accomplish procurement objectives
• Follow up with relevant government agencies (e.g. Customs, GPHA) to resolve bottlenecks that arise during clearing of goods from the ports
• Develop and foster successful, long-term business relationships and ongoing process improvements with key suppliers
• Ensure suppliers are abreast with all the requisite regulatory information and documentation to enhance the smooth flow of the procurement process
• Maintain database regarding vendor performance and quality of product
• Liaise with management and the various departments to ensure the smooth running of all parts of the supply chain process and highlight any issues likely to impact on operations
• Identify opportunities for operational and procurement process improvement
• Present periodic reports on contracts completed, cost savings, and other metrics to management
Skills & Competency Requirements
• Excellent knowledge of the end-to-end supply management processes including competitive bidding, contract management, and supplier performance management
• Knowledge of the Public Procurement Act and other relevant regulations
• Results-oriented with strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Strong commercial acumen with an ability to synthesize an issue, negotiate and make sound commercial judgment
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills with an ability to network and interact at all levels
• Advanced computer literacy skills – MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Experience
• Between one to three (1-3) years relevant experience from a similar role
Professional Qualification
• A bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field
• A professional certification in Supply Chain
Location: Accra
How To Apply For The Job
Kindly send your application with a detailed CV with the subject line “Officer, Procurement & Contracts Coordinator” to:
hr@kpmg.com.gh
Closing Date: 18 November, 2022
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
