Procurement Coordinator

Job SummaryOur client, a well-established regional distribution company specializing in Food & Beverage, Chemicals, and Hotel Supplies, is seeking a Procurement Coordinator to join their team.Key ResponsibilitiesIdentify suitable suppliers and manage purchase contracts, ensuring optimal pricing, quality standards, sourcing terms, and supply reliabilityReview and monitor the quality of purchased products to ensure compliance with specificationsMaintain accurate and up-to-date records of purchased products, delivery schedules, invoices, and supplier documentationPrepare procurement reports, including purchase summaries and cost analysisClosely monitor fast-moving items and manage bulk buying strategies, placing orders as requiredCoordinate with warehouse staff to ensure proper storage, handling, and inventory controlManage end-to-end logistics from port of entry to store/warehouse, ensuring efficiency and compliance with all parametersConduct feasibility studies for new product ranges, including supplier evaluation, shipping costs, and supply chain planningCoordinate with clients to complete required documentation and legalizations related to procurement and logisticsAssist in cost control initiatives, budgeting, and procurement performance reportingRequirementsGood knowledge of vendor sourcing practices (researching, evaluating and liaising with vendors)Understanding of supply chain proceduresPersuasive and effective communicatorFluency in Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)Solid analytical skills, with the ability to create financial reports and conduct cost analysesNegotiation skillsExperience in SAPBSc in Logistics, Business Administration or relevant field#J-18808-Ljbffr