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Position Title: Procurment Officer

Category: Constructıon
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Career Level: Mid-Level, above 2 - 5 Years
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: 

Duty Summary: 

The Procurement officers manage the entire process of planning commodities procurement and supply chain activities, including inventory control, logistics, and distribution, to ensure effectively functioning processes that avoid costly delays and lost opportunities.

Duty and Responsibilities:

• Pricing & Supplier Relations: Provide pricing for materials, research, and identify suppliers, and maintain strong relationships with them.

• Evaluation & Negotiation: Evaluate products and suppliers based on business criteria, prepare proposals, request quotes, and negotiate purchase terms.

• Order Management: Prepare and issue purchase orders, monitor supplier performance, and resolve issues.

• Quality Control: Inspect and evaluate the quality of purchased items, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

• Reporting & Documentation: Prepare reports, maintain accurate procurement records, and manage various documents related to purchasing.

• Coordination: Liaise with project teams, end-users, and the Supply Management team to align requirements and ensure timely delivery.

• Cost Management: Provide cost advice, prepare cost reports, and negotiate favorable terms with suppliers.

• Maintenance & Support: Handle maintenance work and client complaints for completed sites for one year.

• Records Management: Manage records of purchase requests, quotations, orders, and invoices.

• Additional Duties: Perform any other assigned functions and prepare presentations on workflow challenges to management.

Required Qualification: -

• Education: - Bachelor's in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field.

• Experience: - 2+ years in procurement or supply chain management and relevant experience.

Required Skills: -

• knowledge of procurement processes and best practices, specifically in construction.

• Proficient in drafting, negotiating, and managing contracts with suppliers and subcontractors.

• Strong understanding of supply chain dynamics and logistics related to construction materials and services.

• Ability to conduct market research and analysis to identify potential suppliers and assess market trends.

• Proficient in budgeting, cost estimation, and value engineering techniques to ensure cost-effective procurement.

• Familiarity with relevant laws, regulations, and standards in construction procurement.

• Skills in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks associated with procurement activities.

• Strong negotiation skills to secure favorable terms and conditions with suppliers.

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills for collaborating with internal stakeholders and external vendors.

• Experience in managing procurement activities within the framework of project management principles.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to evaluate supplier performance.

• Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy in contracts, orders, and compliance documents.

• Familiarity with procurement software and tools, as well as general IT skills to streamline processes.

• Knowledge of sustainable procurement practices and commitment to environmentally responsible sourcing.

How To Apply

Application Process:
Interested and qualified applicants can apply online through Ethiojobs.net or send your resume to Hr@metropolitanaddis.net.
Use the subject line "Procurment Officer" when applying via email.