Procurement Officer

Role Overview: As a Procurement Strategy professional, your main responsibility will be to develop and implement effective procurement strategies to acquire goods and services required by ACA and its units. You will conduct all procurement related tasks as per the approved procurement policies, processes, and guidelines. Additionally, you will manage the Request for Quotation (RFQ) / Request for Proposal (RFP) process, including baselines & price survey methodologies as per the approved framework for the assigned categories. Your role will also involve the preparation of Procurement Committee submission documents to ensure their comprehensiveness for an informed decision-making process. Furthermore, you will facilitate Purchasing Committee meetings and ensure proper documentation is maintained at the right time. Managing purchase orders (POs), ensuring timely processing, and tracking order status will also be part of your responsibilities. Key Responsibilities: - Ensure procurement strategies are aligned with organizational goals and budgets. - Forecast and manage purchasing needs based on all the units of ACA requirements. - Advise internal teams of modifications from original requests as necessary. - Identify alternative supply sources for materials/services not under contract. - Establish and maintain strong relationships with vendors to ensure reliable and sustainable supply chains. - Monitor orders and deliveries to ensure timely fulfillment of requirements. - Maintain accurate procurement records, including purchase orders, invoices, and supplier details. - Ensure compliance with organizational policies, ethical standards, and legal regulations. - Work closely with internal departments to understand and communicate procurement needs and updates. Qualifications Required: - Experience in negotiating contracts and securing the best value for goods and services. - Ability to build and maintain strong supplier relationships, resolve disputes, and ensure performance standards are met. - Knowledge of procurement regulations, company policies, and risk mitigation strategies. - Experience in handling multiple procurement projects, managing timelines, and coordinating between departments. - Fluency in written and spoken English and speaking in local vernacular languages are an added advantage. - Computer aptitude and experience in advanced MS Office Excel, Word, PowerPoint. [Note: Any additional details of the company were not provided in the job description.],