Purchaser

KAKI PLC is an official dealer and assembler of ISUZU in Ethiopia. It is also engaged in different business lines including import, export, metal fabrication, after sales services, and cargo freight transport operations. The company wishes to employ a qualified professional for the Purchaser position:

General Duties and Responsibilities:

Prepare database of current and prospective suppliers, collect pro forma invoices, prepare offer analysis report and purchase orders, check quality of items to be purchased, purchase items and deliver them to the store by following company-purchasing guidelines.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collate purchase orders and purchase requisitions in order to order materials, goods and supplies.
• Receive approved requisitions, collect pro-forma invoices, and present it to the supervisor for approval.
• Prepare detailed offer analysis report based on approved pro-forma invoice.
• Prepare purchase order in the name of selected supplier based on approved offer analysis report,
• Ensure that purchases are made in the best interests of the company.
• Interact with the suppliers on a day-to-day basis; make day-to-day follow up of each purchase order.
• Track the status of any orders; deal with non-supplied, under orders, over orders and damaged goods.
• Ensure that any invoices are sent to accounts for payment.
• Prepare letters or messages for requesting offers, ordering placements to suppliers for signature of the appropriate manager.
• Ensure timely preparation of cheque or CPO to expedite purchasing activities.
• Deliver purchased items to the store through official goods receiving note of the company.
• Compile purchase related documents like pro forma invoice, approved offer analysis, copy of approved purchased order, receipts and GRN for submission to the Finance department for making necessary settlements.
• Prepares periodical reports for submission to the immediate supervisor.

Required Number           :  1(One)

Qualification                    :  Diploma in Purchasing or Supply management

Work Experience            :  6 years in relevant role; female candidates are encourages to apply

 Skills and Abilities:

• Computer skill,
• Auto driving license
• Having experience on spare part purchasing (preferable)
• Communication skill (both verbal and written)
• Understanding of Finance and Accounting