Description

• Identifying, analyzing, sourcing and communicating with local and foreign vendors to prepare quotations for clients.
• Receiving Requests for Quotations (RFQs) and Tenders, researching and sourcing products and drafting responses to the RFQ.
• Applying analytical and critical thinking to overcome obstacles in sourcing products requested by clients.  Communicating with Management on the best options for sourcing of materials.
• Creating Purchase Orders for approval within the assigned deadlines.
• Gathering and relaying information to the Shipping Department on data collected from foreign suppliers.
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders to provide updates on the arrival of goods.
• Contributing to a more effective procurement procedure in keeping with recognised standards.
• Communicating with Management to maintain compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements eg OPR.
• Representing the Company at seminars, meetings and forums on procurement matters.

• A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a similar position.
• Experience in purchasing, customs and/or brokerage would be an asset.
• Working knowledge of hardware, electrical and industrial supplies and consumables.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• CAPE/Advanced Level subjects will be an asset.
• CIPS Level 1 or a Professional Certification in Procurement or Logistics will be an asset

• Analytical and critical thinking skills.
• The ability to communicate with clients in a variety of possible situations, regarding procurement of supplies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Organized.
• Pleasant and enthusiastic disposition.
• Problem-solving skills.

• Mondays to Fridays – 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
• Saturdays: 8:00 am to 12 noon