NFT Consult Procurement and Logistics Officer Jobs in Uganda
Job Brief
The Procurement and Logistics Officer will play a key part in strategic sourcing, collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify procurement needs, conduct market research, and develop sourcing strategies that align with organizational goals. Your negotiation skills will be crucial as you engage with suppliers, negotiate contracts, and establish favorable terms and conditions that maximize value for our organization.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Procurement and Logistics
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand their procurement needs, gather requirements and develop specifications for goods and services.
Identify potential suppliers, evaluate their capabilities and assess market trends to support informed purchasing decisions.
Evaluate supplier proposals, negotiate pricing and contractual terms and select suppliers based on their ability to meet quality, delivery, and cost requirements.
Generate and process purchase orders, track delivery schedules, resolve discrepancies and ensure timely receipt of goods and services.
Maintain contract files, monitor contract performance, and facilitate contract renewals and amendments.
Assist in building and maintaining positive relationships with suppliers, address supplier inquiries and resolve any issues that may arise.
Ensure procurement activities adhere to applicable laws, regulations and company policies. Identify and mitigate procurement risks, such as supply chain disruptions or vendor non-compliance.
Collect and analyze procurement data to identify cost-saving opportunities, track key performance indicators (KPIs) and prepare regular reports for management.
Analyze pricing proposals, conduct cost comparisons, and identify cost-saving opportunities through negotiations alternative sourcing.
Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) for suppliers, monitor their performance against set metrics, and provide feedback to suppliers to drive continuous improvement.
Collaborate with suppliers to ensure compliance with sustainability and ethical sourcing standards such as environmental regulations, labor practices, and diversity and inclusion requirements.
Support the contract lifecycle including drafting and reviewing contracts, managing contract renewals and extensions and ensuring compliance with contract terms and conditions.
Perform other duties as assigned by line manager
Fleet Management
Purchase vehicles to expand and/or enhance the fleet
Schedule regular maintenance on all vehicles
Order urgent or emergency repairs as needed
Establish efficient routes and transportation schedules
Coordinate fleet member training and onboarding towards ensuring compliance to the Fleet Management Policy including ensuring proper licensure and vehicle registration
Monitoring Drivers to ensure adherence to schedules and proper driving practices
Providing reports to management on budgeting, schedules, maintenance and fleet progress
Developing methods to decrease cost and improve efficiency
Experience, Skills and Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management, or a related field. Advanced degrees or professional certifications are advantageous.
Proven experience in procurement, fleet management, supplier management, and contract negotiation.
Strong knowledge of procurement principles, practices, and regulations.
Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Analytical mindset with the ability to conduct cost analysis and utilize data-driven insights.
Proficiency in procurement software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
Familiarity with sustainability and ethical sourcing practices.
Leadership abilities, including the capacity to manage a team and drive procurement excellence
regulations, and ordinances.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; NFT Consult Procurement and Logistics Officer Jobs in Uganda
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