IDI Makerere Locum Assistant Procurement Officer - Jobs in Uganda

IDI Makerere Locum Assistant Procurement Officer - Jobs in Uganda

General Summary

The Locum Assistant Procurement Officer shall provide procurement support in all IDI procurement needs including both local and international purchases, covering a range of requirements from medicines, medical equipment, laboratory equipment and supplies, office supplies; IT related requirements, renovations, and service agreements among others.

Working together with other members of the Supply Chain Function, the Locum Assistant Procurement Officer will provide Procurement support services in all IDI procurement functions in accordance with IDI procurement policies.

Key Responsibilities

Support in the preparation of specifications, terms of reference & statement of requirements in liaison with user departments.

Preparing and issuing Request for quotations or Request for Proposals

Initiate the evaluation of quotes and responses to bids and make appropriate recommendations to the procurement committee and users.

In liaison with warehouse staff, verify the delivered items for completeness of requested quantities and compliance with quality specifications.

Ensure safe custody and systematic filing of purchase orders, agreements and all relevant records.

Monitors contractor/vendor performance to ensure compliance with all terms and conditions.

Present evaluation reports to the Procurement Committee for consideration and award.

Take minutes of the procurement committee and secure approvals from respective approving authorities for the needs handled.

Prepare Purchase orders and agreements for the respective suppliers/providers using the available ERPs.

Collaborate with the IDI leadership and staff as part of

an effective and collegial team to achieve IDI goals and objectives

In Liaison with the finance team, follow up vendor invoices to ensure timely payment.

Carry out any other assignments as may be allocated by the supervisor.


Person Specification

A University degree in Procurement & Supply chain management, Business Administration or any related field from a recognized institution.

A professional qualification in the relevant field of Supply chain management for example CIPS, NEVI, CILT will be an added advantage etc.

A minimum of three years’ working experience in procurement and supply chain management in a busy reputable organization.

Should have good interpersonal skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Problem solving skills

Ability to work in a busy environment and under minimum supervision

Computer skills in MS office and Navision ERP shall be an added advantage


How to apply
For more information and job application details, see; IDI Makerere Locum Assistant Procurement Officer Jobs in Uganda


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