Procurement Coordinator - Lusaka, Zambia

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Duties to include:
Identify review and analyze vendors/ Suppliers supply and pricing options before registrations,
Provide product sourcing strategies and operational direction in line with company policy to the procurement process to ensure the best procurement practices and value for the money,
Build and maintain excellent relationships with the suppliers to develop stronger cost control and product quality maximization via continuous reviews and negotiation with suppliers;
Identifying and developing reliable and sustainable sources of supply through the supplier appraisal and evaluation process;
Ensures that the procurement process and procedure is followed by end users as per the company procurement SOP;
Ensure order cycle time is minimized and On time in full (OTIF) is achieved by suppliers , paying close attention to wrong deliveries, partial deliveries and delays;
Ensure the products delivered meet the quality expected standards;
Ensure timely acquisition of critical stock items before stock out to mitigate operational delays and disruptions by engaging and closely monitoring the reorder levels with the Stores Supervisor;
Manage procurement documentation flow to accounts department for payment;
Manage the supplier's' payment schedule in conjunction with Finance in accordance with suppliers' payment terms;
Ensure effective implementation and documenting of the companies cost saving initiatives;
Prepare monthly and quarterly purchase reports;

Key Skills
Ability to carry out general cleaning duties as detailed in the Job Description.
Able to communicate clearly, understand and follow instructions.
ability to manage large teams of staff
Punctual and reliable.
Ability to manage time effectively to complete tasks to a high level. Ability to prioritize work.
Able to work with minimum supervision.
Ability to work both alone and within a team to achieve specified standards