Procurement Officer job at Masaka Farms

Job Purpose: To manage the efficient and cost-effective acquisition of quality goods, services, and inputs required for farm operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and procurement regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Source and evaluate suppliers for farm inputs (e.g., seeds, fertilizers, feed), equipment, and services.
• Prepare and issue Requests for Quotations (RFQs) and Purchase Orders (LPOs).
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with suppliers to achieve best value.
• Ensure timely delivery of all purchased items to the requesting departments.
• Maintain an up-to-date supplier database and foster strong vendor relationships.
• Monitor inventory levels of key supplies and coordinate with warehouse staff.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies and ethical standards.
• Assist in the disposal of obsolete or surplus assets as per guidelines.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor's Degree/Diploma in Supplies Chain Management, Procurement, or related field.
• Professional certification (e.g., CIPS) is an added advantage.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a procurement role, preferably in agriculture.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• High level of integrity and ethical conduct.

• Source and evaluate suppliers for farm inputs (e.g., seeds, fertilizers, feed), equipment, and services.
• Prepare and issue Requests for Quotations (RFQs) and Purchase Orders (LPOs).
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with suppliers to achieve best value.
• Ensure timely delivery of all purchased items to the requesting departments.
• Maintain an up-to-date supplier database and foster strong vendor relationships.
• Monitor inventory levels of key supplies and coordinate with warehouse staff.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies and ethical standards.
• Assist in the disposal of obsolete or surplus assets as per guidelines.

• Strong negotiation skills
• Analytical skills
• Communication skills
• High level of integrity and ethical conduct

• Bachelor's Degree/Diploma in Supplies Chain Management, Procurement, or related field.
• Professional certification (e.g., CIPS) is an added advantage.