Procurement Officer

Job Description: * Manage end-to-end procurement activities for products, materials, and services. * Identify and evaluate reliable suppliers based on quality, pricing, delivery, and service. * Source new vendors and maintain a strong supplier network. * Request, review, and compare quotations from multiple suppliers. * Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and contractual conditions. * Prepare and process purchase orders in accordance with company policies. * Monitor purchase orders and ensure timely delivery of goods and services. * Coordinate with **Sales, Warehouse, Logistics, Finance, and Operations** teams. * Monitor inventory requirements and support procurement planning. * Evaluate supplier performance, product quality, and delivery reliability. * Maintain accurate records of suppliers, quotations, purchase orders, invoices, and contracts. * Resolve issues related to pricing, quality, delivery, and purchase orders. * Monitor market prices and supplier trends to identify cost-saving opportunities. * Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and applicable regulations. * Prepare procurement reports and provide regular updates to management. * Support cost-reduction initiatives and continuous improvement of procurement processes. Education: * Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Commerce, Logistics, or a related field. * Diploma or equivalent qualification in Procurement, Purchasing, or Supply Chain Management may also be considered. * Professional certification in Procurement or Supply Chain Management is an advantage.