Description

• Maintain intimate awareness of our key products (which represent 80% of our business) and constantly monitor stock position and usage to minimize stock outs.
• Negotiate with suppliers to establish price, delivery, quantity, and payment terms.
• Research and develop new sources of supply.
• Build and maintain effective, positive relationships with suppliers.
• Evaluate vendors' performance in terms of product quality, processes, and services.
• Liaise daily with the receiving department to ensure timely and quality receipt of goods.
• Provide accurate, timely communication between suppliers, sales, and warehouse departments regarding order status.
• Compare quotations and product specifications, recommending vendors accordingly.
• Obtain telephone quotes when necessary.
• Build a comprehensive database of local suppliers, including names and contact information by product.
• Monitor price changes and vendor back orders.
• Prepare purchase orders for manager approval.
• Prepare requests for price quotations.
• Maintain awareness of long- and short-term trends in prices and product availability.
• Make recommendations to reduce costs.
• Expedite miscellaneous foreign purchase requests when needed.

• Ability to follow instructions accurately.
• Flexibility to adjust to rapidly changing requirements and schedules.
• Extremely well-organized and detail-oriented.
• Self-motivated and tenacious in achieving goals.
• Trustworthy, ethical, and honest.
• Effective communication skills at all levels.
• Even-tempered in challenging situations.

• 5 CXC passes, including Math and English.
• 2 years of experience in a similar position.
• Proficient in MS Office.