Procurement Officer
2025-09-26T08:51:19+00:00
Bauleni Special Needs Project
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FULL_TIME
Lusaka
Lusaka
10101
Zambia
Nonprofit, and NGO
Transportation & Logistics
2025-09-30T17:00:00+00:00
Zambia
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We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Procurement Officer to manage our company’s procurement process and supply chain activities. The Procurement Officer will be responsible for sourcing suppliers, negotiating contracts, and managing vendor relationships to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement of goods and services. This role requires strong negotiation skills, analytical thinking, and the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement procurement strategies to optimize sourcing and supplier selection processes.
- Identify potential suppliers, conduct supplier evaluations, and negotiate contracts and pricing terms.
- Manage vendor relationships and monitor supplier performance to ensure compliance with contractual agreements and quality standards.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders, such as the school, skills training, finance, and operations, to align procurement activities with business needs.
- Maintain accurate records of procurement transactions, contracts, and vendor information.
- Monitor inventory levels and forecast demand to ensure adequate stock levels while minimizing carrying costs.
- Stay abreast of market trends, industry developments, and regulatory requirements to inform procurement decisions.
- Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements within the procurement function.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Degree in Business Administration, Purchasing & Supply Chain Management, or related field.
- 3+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain roles.
- Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Required Skills
- Negotiation skills
- Analytical skills
- Communication
- Organizational skills
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Knowledge of procurement processes
Develop and implement procurement strategies to optimize sourcing and supplier selection processes. Identify potential suppliers, conduct supplier evaluations, and negotiate contracts and pricing terms. Manage vendor relationships and monitor supplier performance to ensure compliance with contractual agreements and quality standards. Coordinate with internal stakeholders, such as the school, skills training, finance, and operations, to align procurement activities with business needs. Maintain accurate records of procurement transactions, contracts, and vendor information. Monitor inventory levels and forecast demand to ensure adequate stock levels while minimizing carrying costs. Stay abreast of market trends, industry developments, and regulatory requirements to inform procurement decisions. Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements within the procurement function
Negotiation skills Analytical skills Communication Organizational skills Problem-solving Attention to detail Knowledge of procurement processes
Degree in Business Administration, Purchasing & Supply Chain Management, or related field. 3+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain roles. Strong negotiation and contract management skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite. Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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Vacancy title:
Procurement Officer
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Nonprofit, and NGO, Category: Transportation & Logistics]
Jobs at:
Bauleni Special Needs Project
Deadline of this Job:
Tuesday, September 30 2025
Duty Station:
Lusaka | Lusaka | Zambia
Summary
Date Posted: Friday, September 26 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Procurement Officer to manage our company’s procurement process and supply chain activities. The Procurement Officer will be responsible for sourcing suppliers, negotiating contracts, and managing vendor relationships to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement of goods and services. This role requires strong negotiation skills, analytical thinking, and the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement procurement strategies to optimize sourcing and supplier selection processes.
- Identify potential suppliers, conduct supplier evaluations, and negotiate contracts and pricing terms.
- Manage vendor relationships and monitor supplier performance to ensure compliance with contractual agreements and quality standards.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders, such as the school, skills training, finance, and operations, to align procurement activities with business needs.
- Maintain accurate records of procurement transactions, contracts, and vendor information.
- Monitor inventory levels and forecast demand to ensure adequate stock levels while minimizing carrying costs.
- Stay abreast of market trends, industry developments, and regulatory requirements to inform procurement decisions.
- Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements within the procurement function.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Degree in Business Administration, Purchasing & Supply Chain Management, or related field.
- 3+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain roles.
- Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Required Skills
- Negotiation skills
- Analytical skills
- Communication
- Organizational skills
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Knowledge of procurement processes
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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