Procurement Graduate Trainee

DUE: 05 AUG 2023

Nash Paints Inc is looking for a Graduate Trainee to Join their Procurement Department

DUTIES

• Ensure continuous supply of required goods and communicate any supply problems which may pose a risk or impact on business operations.
• Receiving of purchase requisitions, preparing and processing of purchase orders in line with final negotiations with selected suppliers and in line with organisational targets and requirements.
• Research and evaluate areas of opportunity and reduce costs where possible.
• Advise on ideas and strategies to improve operational efficiency, add value ,aid business performance and work towards a strategy of continuous improvement.
• Negotiate contracts, improved prices and terms of business with suppliers and review opportunities. to make business savings utilising negotiation and procurement best practise tools and methods.
• Liaise with freight forwarders and or customs clearing agents on clearing of shipments.
• Liaise with transport department on collection of orders.
• Liaise with accounts department on supplier payments.
• Filing of documents, bill of entries , requisitions, orders etc.
• Ensure a safe and clean working environment.
• Responsible for procurement risk management in line with organisational and departmental goals.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s/ Diploma degree in Supply Chain/ Procurement.
• One year of buying/ procurement experience.
• Knowledge of purchasing practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of materials, products, and the commodity market in area of specialization.
• Skill in preparing and analysing complex technical specifications and bids.
• Skill in both verbal and written communication.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

TO APPLY

If interested please send your CV and application on: recruitment@nashpaints.co.zw