Procurement Officer

Our client is a leading multinational Mechanical and Electrical contracting company. They are looking to hire an experienced Procurement Officer to join their team. The ideal Candidate will be responsible for managing efficiency and effectiveness of the purchasing cycle. Job Responsibilities: Establish market knowledge for products and suppliers. Expedite effectively and progress all local orders. Raise and initiate all local procurement activities. Manage local cash purchases in a manner that will be in the best interest of the company. Monitor current market prices for all items. Manage suppliers' cost quality and delivery performance. Locate, analyses and develop consolidate supplier base to meet current and future needs of the company. Participates in negotiate favorable contractual terms and conditions with suppliers. Conduct market research and cost analysis. Recommend sourcing strategies & general process improvement as the need arises. Any other duty that may be assigned from time to time as the need arises. Job Requirements: Working knowledge of Microsoft office suite. Knowledge of local markets for different items. Working knowledge of prices of items. Excellent knowledge of supply chain management. Team work skills. Effective communication skills. Analytical skills & Numerical Skills. Time Management skill. Good negotiation skills.