Procurement Officer

The Procurement Officer is accountable to the Administrative Services Manager for coordinating the JCCUL Group’s procurement activities to ensure the timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services. The role supports compliance with approved procurement policies and promotes effective supplier management, transparency, value for money, and strong governance practices. The officer is responsible for overseeing and executing the end-to-end procurement process, involving strategic planning, supplier management, and ensuring that all purchasing activities adhere to organizational policies, budgetary guidelines, and regulatory requirements. They act as a key advisor to ensure purchasing decisions align with the strategic goals of the organization, ensuring transparency, competitiveness, and overall value for money. The candidate will work in a normal office environment but must be prepared to work beyond normal working hours. The company values core principles of fairness, integrity, transparency, cooperation, accountability, and respect.

Coordinating the JCCUL Group’s procurement activities. Ensuring timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services. Supporting compliance with approved procurement policies. Promoting effective supplier management, transparency, value for money, and strong governance practices. Lead and support procurement planning activities in alignment with the organisation’s strategic objectives, operational requirements, and budgetary guidelines. Coordinate sourcing, tendering, and supplier selection processes to ensure transparency, competitiveness, and value for money. Negotiate pricing, contractual terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers while maintaining quality and service standards. Monitor, apply, and enforce approved procurement policies, procedures, and relevant regulatory requirements. Maintain accurate and up-to-date procurement records and documentation to support audit, reporting, and governance requirements. Manage supplier relationships and monitor supplier performance to support reliability, service quality, and continuous improvement. Administer and monitor awarded contracts, including contract performance, variations, renewals, and expiries. Provide procurement advisory support to facilitate informed purchasing decisions and adherence to procurement policies.

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Procurement and Supply Chain Management, or an equivalent qualification. Specialized training or certification in Contract management, Negotiation, Project Management, Procurement or Inventory Management. At least three (3) years’ experience in a similar position, preferably within a structured environment. Strong knowledge of procurement policies, sourcing, tendering, contract administration, and supplier relationship management. Good understanding of inventory management, demand planning, and supply chain principles. Excellent analytical, evaluation, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Effective stakeholder engagement, collaboration, and customer service orientation. Strong planning, organisational, and project management skills. High level of integrity, professionalism, fairness, transparency, and accountability. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a dynamic environment.

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