PROCUREMENT OFFICER

**Join Our Team as a Procurement Officer** We are seeking an experienced Procurement Officer to manage the sourcing of equipment, goods, and services and to oversee supplier relationships across the organization. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will lead strategic procurement activities across multiple categories of spend, negotiate favorable terms, and help identify more efficient, reliable suppliers. This is an excellent opportunity for a results\-driven procurement professional to take ownership of the function and contribute directly to the organization's operational and financial performance. **Key Responsibilities** * Prepare and issue purchase orders, managing the full procurement cycle from requisition to payment * Identify, evaluate, and onboard reliable suppliers; maintain and update the approved vendor list * Manage quotation and bidding processes; negotiate pricing, delivery terms, and contracts with suppliers * Monitor inventory levels, lead times, and safety stock; reorder materials as required * Ensure procurement activities comply with company policy and applicable laws and regulations * Coordinate shipping, customs clearance, and receiving; resolve delivery or shipment issues * Track supplier performance and recommend contract or order modifications as needed * Maintain accurate procurement records, purchase order files, and ERP system data * Identify cost\-saving opportunities and support lean procurement and process improvement initiatives * Liaise with Accounts, Finance, and other departments on budgets, invoices, and payments **Qualifications** * Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field (MBA a plus) * 3–5 years of experience in a similar purchasing, procurement, or supply chain role * Proven experience as a Purchasing Officer, Executive, or Manager * Experience using supplier/vendor and materials management software * Working knowledge of project management principles and procurement\-related laws and regulations * Supervisory experience preferred * High proficiency in MS Office applications **Key Skills** Procurement Management **Supply Chain Management** Purchasing **Negotiation** Vendor \& Contract Management **Data Analysis** Budget Management **Why Join Us** * Competitive salary commensurate with skills and experience * Stable, long\-term position with regular, predictable working hours * A collaborative team environment that values initiative and professional input * Opportunities for career growth and increased responsibility over time * A varied and engaging role at the center of the organization's operations We encourage qualified candidates who meet the above requirements to apply. Job Types: Full\-time, Permanent Work Location: In person