Wasoko Procurement Associate Jobs in Uganda

Wasoko Procurement Associate Jobs in Uganda

Role:

Seeking an exceptional supply chain professional with 3-5+ years of experience to manage suppliers relating to the operations; this includes but is not limited to stock suppliers, vehicle vendors and logistics companies. You are responsible for driving company supplier term negotiations, by ensuring we receive the best margins, payment terms and build strong
partnerships across the country operations.

Location: Kampala, Uganda

Duties & Responsibilities:

Study average daily sales in the leading system, discuss requirements with the Supplier Relations division and propose a purchasing plan

Based on guidelines from the Supplier Relations team - evaluate and negotiate with good suppliers in terms of quality, price, delivery and payment terms.

Schedule regular reports (e.g. open, partially delivered and overdue PO’s, goods in transit,
supplier performance matrix, inventory turn rate) and meetings

Actively manage and monitor the procurement and delivery of goods to the warehouses, to ensure KPIs are being met and revised regularly

Improve supplier lead-time compliance through optimization of delivery tracking

Support strategic sourcing initiatives - Provide input on local spend situation and category practices, provide insights on local supplier market and support the development of the contract implementation plan

Assist in Monitoring all distribution agreement contracts and ensure invoices from suppliers and POs to suppliers are as per the agreed terms

Expedite and follow-up on purchase orders, resolve Procurement related client or supplier follow up questions and update Purchase Order

Proactively identify opportunities which

will align supplier needs with the organizational goals

Manage and implement strategies for procuring, and distributing goods to maintain stock levels

Advise supply chain team members

Act as the single point of contact for the Procurement function - Ensure that procurement policies and procedures are complied with and act as a link between the local internal stakeholders, suppliers and the procurement organization

Requirements:

Preferred 2 year of experience in a similar role

Bachelor degree, preferably in Business Management, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, ,
or Related Field

Understanding of Supply Chain Management Procedures, Logistics Skills, Strategic Planning

Abilities

Ability to work efficiently and independently in a fast-paced sales environment

Strong selling, negotiating and consulting skills

Strong data analysis and superior organizational skills,

Effective interpersonal and analytical abilities

Strong oral, written communication & presentation skills

Willingness to travel for work within the country

Must love working with people and cross-cultural teams

How to Apply

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