Procurement Officer needed in Management Sciences for Health

The role of the Procurement Coordinator is to procure goods and services in compliance with MSH procurements policies and procedures. S/he collects proforma invoices on approved purchase requisitions, prepares offer analysis and makes recommendations. Once the purchase order has been completed, the procurement officer will follow up to assure delivery. She/he maintains procurement data including supplier list and standards of goods and services, and ensures the effectiveness of procurement in timely and cost effective manner. 

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the preparation of procurement plan • Receives approved Purchase Requisitions (PR) for procurement of goods and services • Tracks all PRs, for both local purchases and those requested through Cambridge • Determines price reasonableness • Responsible for collection and analysis of proforma invoices and presents to the supervisor for further processing or approval; • Inquires immediately for more specifications from requesting units if the purchase request is not clearly specified and completed; • Handles field office purchases when required; • Ensures that purchases are made in the best interests of the donor and MSH; • Assures delivery or pickup of PO for collection of goods Qualifications 1. College degree in purchasing or related field; 2. Three years experience in procurement; 3. Ability to work under pressure; 4. Planning and scheduling skills; 5. Experience in a USG or donor funded project or NGO preferred; 6. Excellent interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to interact professionally with a culturally diverse staff, clients and consultants; 7. Ability to work independently, take initiative and ability to meet deadlines with attention to detail and quality; Interested candidates should apply here