Purchase Officer at Solidarites International (SI)

JOB TITLE: Purchase Officer

JOB LOCATION: Gusau, Zamfara

JOB DETAILS:

• The purchase officer carries out the purchases for the programs and structure for his/her assigned base.
• He/she is one of the guarantors for implementing and respecting Solidarités International purchase procedures.
• He/she is responsible for filing and archiving logistics documents linked to purchases.

Description of the Position
Knowledge and monitoring of the market:

• Take part in the analysis of the local purchasing environment
• Update price lists and supplier files

Implementation of purchasing process:

• Receive and process requests for quotes and IOFs after verification and approval by his/her line manager
• Implement purchases while respecting the rules and approval procedures established by donors and Solidarités International
• Ensure that products purchased correspond to the requirements of the purchase officer’s requirements in terms of quantity and quality
• Ensure that the format of, and information on quotes and invoices comply with regulations
• Ensure compliance with administrative procedures for the management of advances and payment of suppliers
• Establish and archive purchasing files in accordance with the rules of Solidarités International and its donors
• Monitor and update IOFs electronically

Reporting / Capitalization:

• Ensure the compilation of price lists and suppliers
• Ensure the monitoring of IOF requests and inform purchase officers of the status of their orders
• Human resource management
• Assist in the recruitment process and in evaluating the members of the logistical team.
• Establish team schedules in conjunction with the logistics officer.
• Ensure or assist with logistical training.

Profile 

• Studies: Bachelor’s Degree / HND / in Logistics, Purchasing or Supply Chain Management, or other related fields. OND with at least 2 years relevant experience will be considered
• Experience: 1-2 years’ relevant experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Purchasing or Logistics
• Language: English is mandatory. Knowledge of any of the local dialect spoken in NW is an added advantage.
• IT: Good knowledge of Microsoft Office software: Excel, Word, Outlook
• Qualification: Result in quality orientation, teamwork and preparation, behavioral flexibility, commitment to SI Principles, Service Orientation, Space Management.

Remuneration

• What we offer: Salary + transport + leave & housing contribution + social benefits (medical coverage, 24 days of Annual leaves per year, compassionate leaves, public holidays as announced by government, festive bonus, Life insurance – covering death, Health insurance full coverage and permanent disability) etc.

HOW TO APPLY
To Apply For The Ongoing Solidarites International (SI) Job Recruitment, Visit APPLICATION PORTAL To Submit Your Application!

Note

• Qualified Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Select Purchase Officer, fill the form and attach your CV and motivation letter.
• The CV attached must be named with your first name and surname.