Job Title: Procurement Officer
Department: Procurement
Reports to: Procurement Manager
Job Location: Kigali, FishQ
Compensation: Commensurate with experience
Job Start Date: 05/08/2024
About Kivu Choice:
Kivu Choice is the fastest-growing vertically integrated aquaculture company with the largest hatchery in Rwanda. A fish production operation as well as a growing number of branches to sell the fish throughout the country. Over the next 5 years, our plan is to scale to become the largest and most sustainable protein producer in the country, producing and distributing over 50 million fish meals per year across Rwanda, DRC, and Burundi.
About the Role
We are currently seeking an experienced Procurement Officer with a strong background in supply chain management to join our team. The ideal candidate will have comprehensive knowledge of Procurement principles, excellent interpersonal skills, and a proven track record of effectively managing inventory.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee and manage inventory and supply chain management according to company guidelines.
- Develop and implement strategies for procuring, storing, and distributing goods and maintaining stock levels.
- Ensure procurement activities comply with legal requirements and company policies.
- Maintain accurate records (e.g., contracts, purchase orders, requisitions).
- Identify and source potential vendors and suppliers.
- Negotiate contracts, terms, and deadlines with vendors and suppliers.
- Maintain supplier relationships and manage supplier performance.
- Review and compare supplier price proposals.
- Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness.
- Collaborate with key persons to ensure clarity of the specifications and expectations of the company
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- 3 years’ experience of working in the Procurement roles.
- Strong understanding of employment laws and regulations.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and professionalism.
- Proficiency in Approval Max and Microsoft Office Suite.
Submitting your application
If you are interested in this position, prepare the following:
- Job application letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Copy of your Degree and other academic qualifications
- Copy of your ID
How to apply: send all the required documents to our email address: recruiting@kivuchoice.com
Submission Deadline: 24thAugust 2024.
We will be reviewing and interviewing applications as per submissions.
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