Posted Sep 25, 2019 3 views
Job Description: Procurement Officer (PO)
Poverty Eradication Initiative (PEI) is seeking a detail-oriented, well-trained, and organized procurement officer to oversee purchases and develop new contracts. PO will play a key role in procuring high-quality and cost-efficient supplies for PEI. PO will follow procurement procedures, maintain an updated list of inventory and incoming purchases and supplies, and be responsible for facilitating PEI management to approve purchases.
Duties and Responsibilities
· Able to estimate and establish cost parameters and budgets for purchases
· Maintain accurate records of purchases and pricing
· Create and maintain good relationships with vendors/suppliers
· Develops plans for purchasing equipment, services and supplies
· Produce exceptional quality tender submissions, tailored to the requirements of each individual client, producing the best possible bid for the company
· Review and analyze all vendors/suppliers, supply, and price options
· Negotiate the best deal for pricing and supply contracts
· Making professional decisions in a fast-paced environment
· Maintain records of purchases, pricing, and other important data
· Ensure that the products and supplies are high quality
· Create and maintain inventory of all incoming and current supplies
· Maintain and update list of suppliers and their qualifications, delivery times, and potential future development
· Working with PEI team members to complete duties as needed
Requirements and Qualifications
· Master’s degree in business administration, supply chain management, accounting, or related field preferred
· Thorough knowledge and understanding of procurement processes, policy, and systems
· Five (5) years previous experience as procurement officer or related position
· Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel)
· Ability to analyze problems and strategize for better solutions
· Ability to negotiate, establish, and administer contracts
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills
· Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
· Accurate and precise attention to detail
· Ability to work well with management and staff at all levels
Job Details
Poverty Eradication Initiative (PEI)
Poverty is the root cause of every problem in the society, has no doubts worse affects on human life. Traditional gender roles in Pakistan especially in NWFP, which remains indulged in tribal culture, define the woman’s place as in the home and not in the workplace, and define the man as the breadwinner. Consequently, the society invests far less in women than men. Women in NWFP suffer more from poverty of opportunities throughout their lives as compared to other provinces. Economic vulnerability is a key factor in the rise of poverty in Pakistan; vulnerability also arises from social powerlessness, political instability, and ill-functioning institutions. Corruption and political instabilities such as various separatist movements in Baluchistan and Waziristan resulted in reduction of business confidence, deterioration of economic growth, reduced public expenditure, poor delivery of public services, and undermining of the rule of law. The root causes of current unrest in whole country especially FATA and FRS are linked with the absence of the opportunities for youth in all sections of life in general and particular in livelihoods. Active participation of the youth in decision making and development of the area is neglected and never given a chance to decide their fate. This made youth of the area frustrated and restless and compelled them to take part in the unhealthy activities. Poverty and the lack of modern curriculum have proved destabilizing factors for Pakistani society as these causes our youth to be exploited by religious organizations banned by the government to run schools and produce militant literature. Eradication of poverty cannot be brought about by charity, but needs first and foremost empowering the poor, focusing on women, and tapping their tremendous potential. Poverty Eradication Initiative (PEI) is a non-political, non-partisan and non-profit organization working as a facilitator to initiate and sustain women and children oriented developmental p
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