DUTY STATION: HARARE
The Chief Buyer reports to the Procurement Manager and will be responsible for the following among other duties:
Duties And Responsibilities
• Develop and implement organisational procurement policies and processes in line with Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Act Chapter 22:23, General Regulations and its amendments.
• Procurement planning and review
• Review bidding and evaluation approach
• Produce procurement reports and statutory returns
• Supervise, monitor and review procurement registers and trackers
• Ensure a consistent and standardised approach and drive improvements and efficiencies in procurement activities.
• Design and execute the Company’s procurement strategy supported by innovative procurement plans and programs.
• Identify and manage commercial, contractual, operational, financial, reputational, ethical and supply chain risks.
• Conduct regular market intelligence to establish new products or services on the market that can help the organisation.
• Ensure that all procurement related processes are carried out in total compliance with the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Act [Chapter 22:23] and other defined guidelines/frameworks as may be stipulated by other funding agencies and Government.
• Implement robust and secure document management systems to ensure record adequacy for audit and other key stakeholders.
• Support audits required by relevant parties and act promptly on any audit findings.
• Oversee contract development and administration.
• Formulate the procurement budget and its evaluation.
• Supervise and appraise procurement officers.
Qualifications And Experience
Qualifications and Key Competences
The successful candidate should be in possession of the following:
• Bachelors degree in Procurement or Supply Chain Management.
• Pharmacy technician qualification.
• Membership in any professional Supply Chain board is an added advantage.
• Thorough knowledge of pharmaceuticals supply chain is a distinct advantage.
• Proven experience managing supply chain operations of not less than 2 years.
• Experience using ERP software is an added advantage.
Appreciation of procurement analytics a distinct advantage• Thorough knowledge of public sector procurement.
• In-depth knowledge of preparing and reviewing contracts, invoicing, and negotiation terms.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Access).
• Management and leadership skills.
• Multi-tasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Highly organized, analytical and detail-oriented.
• Extensive and intensive knowledge of local, regional and international markets and the respective pricing models.
• Impeccable integrity.
Job Summary
More Information
- Job Application Details How To Apply NatPharm is an equal opportunity employer. Female candidates are encouraged to apply. Interested applicants should send their applications together with their CVs and expected remuneration to: The Acting Managing Director National Pharmaceutical Company 14 Lobengula Road, P.O. Box ST23, Southerton, Harare Closing date for receipt of applications is 23 July 2021. Applicants must clearly indicate the position being applied for.
Email Me Jobs Like These