Procurement Expert

We are seeking a skilled procurement professional with a strong background in supply chain management and procurement processes to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in procurement planning and execution, supplier management, and contract administration. This role involves working closely with vendors, managing purchase orders, and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services. The position requires excellent communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with entrepreneurs and stakeholders across multiple regions.

Key Responsibilities
- Plan and execute procurement activities, including preparation of specifications and Requests for Quotations (RFQs).
- Source and conduct due diligence on suppliers to ensure quality and reliability.
- Evaluate quotations and bids, perform commercial comparisons, and manage contracting processes.
- Oversee purchase order management and follow up on delivery schedules to meet project timelines.
- Maintain accurate procurement documentation and records in compliance with organizational standards.
- Manage procurement of machinery and equipment, including vendor negotiations and inspection/acceptance procedures.
- Provide technical assistance to MSMEs by conducting enterprise diagnostics, developing actionable plans, and implementing capacity-building initiatives.
- Deliver on-site coaching and support to entrepreneurs, ensuring practical and sustainable improvements.
- Travel regularly across Thatta, Sujawal, Badin, Tharparkar, and Larkana to engage with local businesses and stakeholders.
- Communicate effectively with entrepreneurs primarily in Urdu, with proficiency in Sindhi considered an advantage.

Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Engineering, Commerce, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in procurement planning and execution, including supplier sourcing, bid evaluation, contracting, and purchase order management.
- Strong communication and documentation skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across diverse teams and stakeholders.
- Willingness and ability to travel extensively within designated regions.
- Proficiency in Urdu for effective communication with entrepreneurs.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
- Professional certification such as CIPS or an equivalent procurement qualification will be considered an advantage.
- Experience in machinery and equipment procurement, vendor negotiation, and inspection/acceptance processes.
- Background in development-sector projects or assignments involving MSMEs is highly desirable.
- Prior experience providing technical assistance to MSMEs, including enterprise diagnostics, action plan development, and capacity building.
- Ability to communicate in Sindhi is preferred, enhancing engagement with local entrepreneurs.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to impactful projects supporting MSMEs and regional development, working in a dynamic and collaborative environment.