Procurement Associate
Procurement Department
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Communicate with vendors to request quotes, track orders, and resolve delivery issues.
- Assist in the preparation and issuance of Requests for Payments (RFPs) and Purchase Orders (POs).
- Collect and consolidate supplier quotations and prepare comparison sheets.
- Coordinate with suppliers regarding deliveries, documentation, and minor quality concerns.
- Support basic quality checks upon delivery, including quantity, condition, and compliance.
- Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier databases, and filing systems.
- Ensure all procurement activities are properly documented and audit-ready.
- Coordinate with internal teams to clarify procurement needs and specifications.
- Work closely with finance to support timely payment processing.
- Prepare routine procurement reports and status updates.
- Achieve or exceed assigned targets and key performance objectives.
- Accept other associated responsibilities and projects as the need arises.
- Participate in ongoing training and development programs.
- Adhere to company policies and procedures.
- Achieve or exceed targets and key objectives assigned by your Immediate Superior.
Basic Requirements/Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field is required.
- 1-3 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or a closely related field is a plus.
- Experience in a dynamic business environment, particularly in a fast-paced environment, will be highly regarded.
- Proficiency in procurement software or ERP software will be prioritized but is not required.
- Strong understanding of finance and procurement principles is a plus.
- Competence in market analysis and procurement strategies.
- Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel or Google Sheets, with the ability to utilize these tools for effective procurement planning and reporting.
- Strong understanding of professional integrity and fair business practices.
