Hotel Procurement Officer at CVPeople Tanzania
Job Overview
Hotel Procurement Officer at CVPeople Tanzania
Hotel Procurement Officer at CVPeople Tanzania
Position: Hotel procurement officer
CVPeople Tanzania
Location: Mbale, Uganda | Posted on 08/01/2024
Job Description
We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Procurement Officer on behalf of our client to manage the procurement process and supply chain activities. The Procurement Officer will be responsible for sourcing suppliers, negotiating contracts, and managing vendor relationships to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement of goods and services. This role requires strong negotiation skills, analytical thinking, and the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement procurement strategies to optimize sourcing and supplier selection processes.
- Identify potential suppliers, conduct supplier evaluations, and negotiate contracts and pricing terms.
- Manage vendor relationships and monitor supplier performance to ensure compliance with contractual agreements and quality standards.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders, such as production, finance, and operations, to align procurement activities with business needs.
- Maintain accurate records of procurement transactions, contracts, and vendor information.
- Monitor inventory levels and forecast demand to ensure adequate stock levels while minimizing carrying costs.
- Stay abreast of market trends, industry developments, and regulatory requirements to inform procurement decisions.
- Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements within the procurement function.
- Review and analyze all vendors / suppliers, supply and price options.
- Negotiate the best deal for pricing and supply contracts
- Ensures that the products and supplies are of high quality
- Maintains and updates a list of suppliers and their qualifications, delivery times and potential future development.
- Work with team members and reports to Hotel Manager to complete duties as needed.
Requirements & qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field
- Very good knowledge and understanding of procurement processes, policy and systems.
- Minimum 2 years as a procurement officer in a hotel.
- Proficient computer skills
- Ability to analyze problems and strategize for better solutions.
- Ability to negotiate contracts
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize and manage time efficiently.
- Accurate and precise attention to details.
- A great team player.
- Goal oriented and organized
