Procurement Sr. Officer

About the role

The Sr. Procurement Officer [Direct Procurement Operations] is responsible for processing of Purchase Requisitions/Orders from sourcing of suppliers, canvassing, negotiating up to monitoring of the timely delivery of materials and services needed by the company. This role manages end-to-end procurement, working closely with the company's internal clients, ensuring compliance with procurement policies, processes, and the approved Approval Matrix, while meeting the set KPIs. The Procurement Officer will support the Procurement Sr. Manager in overseeing the overall Direct Procurement Operations team (i.e. Procurement Expediter and/or Procurement Associate/s), while functioning as a buyer for assigned requirements and may supervise the Direct Procurement Operations team in the execution of their responsibilities.

Key responsibilities

• Ensures on-time processing and fulfillment of Purchase Requisitions/Purchase Orders, conducting sourcing and tender/bidding activities using the company's procurement systems
• Processes Purchase Requisitions by selecting the Supplier with the best possible price for the right item, taking into account the payment terms, delivery period and other commercial considerations
• Facilitates delivery of materials and services and takes appropriate actions if necessary
• Develops new and alternate materials/services and sources
• Drives cost savings through strategic sourcing and reviews prices and product specifications from various suppliers
• Establishes and maintains catalog arrangements with suppliers, when applicable
• Develops, negotiates and documents cost savings projects which contribute to the company's profitability
• Sources for new potential suppliers when needed for assigned commodities
• Reviews completeness of submitted accreditation documents and prepares corresponding report for approval of Management
• Leads and represents the Procurement Team in weekly meetings with other departments to inform them of issues or concerns in fulfilling critical requirements

About you

• At least 6 years working experience in the Procurement field with supervisory experience
• At least a Bachelor's/College Degree, preferably under Business Studies/Administration/Management
• Excellent Written and Oral Communication, good command in English
• Unquestioned Integrity
• Excellent Time Management/Prioritization skills
• Can work under minimal supervision – proactive, exudes sense of responsibility and urgency
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Critical Thinker - strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Demonstrate basic knowledge on Negotiation, Supply Chain Management, Use of MS Office applications, Use of E-Procurement Systems (ideally Oracle, SAP ARIBA or SAP ECC (MM)), and Project Management
• Supply Chain Management-related certification is desirable