PURCHASING OFFICER

Duties and Responsibilities:
? Forecast levels of demand for services and products to meet the business needs and keeping a constant check on stock levels.
? Conduct research to ascertain the best products and suppliers in terms of best value, delivery schedules and quality.
? Liaise between suppliers, manufacturers, relevant internal departments and customers.
? Identify potential suppliers, visiting existing suppliers, and building and maintaining good relationships with them
? Negotiating and agree contracts and monitor their progress, check the quality of service provided. • Keep contract files and use them as reference for the future.
? Forecast price trends and their impact on future activities.
? Develop a purchasing strategy.
? Produce reports and statistics using computer software;
? Evaluate bids and make recommendations based on commercial and technical factors;
? Ensure suppliers are aware of business objectives;
? Attend meetings and trade conferences;
? Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the department.