· Identifying what goods, services or works are needed by the company
· Obtaining correct specification and scope of work from the production team/management.
· Researching and identifying the potential suppliers.
· Evaluating potential suppliers for quality, reliability, and pricing.
· Perform and schedule supplier audits and quality assurance plan.
· Perform inprocess inspection.
· Monitor supplier performance to assess ability to meet quality and delivery requirements.
· Prepare proposals, request quotes and negotiate purchase terms and conditions.
· Prepare and issue purchase orders and agreements.
· Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues and concerns.
· Inspect and evaluate the quality of purchased items and resolve shortcomings.
· Analyse industry and demand trends and support senior management with the development and implementation of sourcing strategies.
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office and with business application software, purchasing and resource planning systems
· Develop procurement strategies that are inventive and cost-effective.
· Conduct supplier and product research to ensure the best products and suppliers in terms of best value, delivery schedules, and quality.
· Prepare and implement effective negotiation tactics.
· Manage relationships with key suppliers to maintain quality of goods, timely delivery, and compliance to terms of contracts.
· Determine if inventory quantities are sufficient for needs, ordering more materials when necessary.
· Collaborate with team members and stakeholders to ensure clarity of the specifications and expectations of the company.
· Monitor supplier performance to assess ability to meet quality and delivery requirements