Purchasing Clerk – It Business Solutions

Job Summary

Our client is a leading integrated business solutions provider dealing with various systems including Queue Management, Visitor Management, Time & Attendance and Electronic Security Systems. They seek to hire an efficient purchasing Clerk with a high level of attention to detail who will be responsible for managing all the local procurement and inventory of the company.

Minimum Qualification:Bachelor
Experience Level:Mid level
Experience Length:2 years
Job Description

Industry: IT,
Location: Nairobi,
Reporting to: Chief accountant,
Salary: 50-60K,

Responsibilities
Develop, lead and execute purchasing strategies
Prepare and issue local purchasing orders to suppliers
Negotiate credit terms with suppliers
Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve the effectiveness
Craft negotiation strategies and close deals with optimal terms
Partner with stakeholders to ensure clear requirements documentation
Forecast price and market trends to identify changes of balance in buyer-supplier power
Perform cost and scenario analysis and benchmarking
Seek and partner with reliable vendors and suppliers
Determine the quantity and timing of deliveries
Monitor and forecast upcoming levels of demand and maintain buffer stock at all times.
Maintain supplier database, purchase records, and related documentation
Maintain warranty record for all the purchased items
Coordinate and work with the store manager for all inventory related matters

Qualifications
Degree in business administration or a related field
Minimum of 2 -3 years of experience as a purchasing officer.
Previous experience working in an IT Business solution company will be
an added advantage.
MUST have Deep knowledge of inventory and supply chain management.
Professional attitude and appearance
Solid written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational skills
Multitasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks
Supervisory and management experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and purchasing software.
Strong critical thinking and negotiation skills
Strong planning and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently.

How to Apply
If you are up to the challenge, possess the necessary qualifications
and experience; please send your CV only quoting the job title on the
email subject (Purchasing Clerk – IT Business Solutions) on or beforeFriday 5th June 2020.
Kindly indicate current/last salary on your CV
N.B: We do not charge any fee for receiving your CV or for interviewing
Only candidates short-listed for interview will be contacted.