Operational Buyer Job Vacancy in Kenya

Job Title: Operational Buyer

Direct report to: Supply Chain Manager

Main Purpose of Job

To manage all administration involved with the procurement of Services & Indirect materials, to liaise with the relevant strategic buyers at the regional Head Office for contracting, pricing or RFQ.

Main Responsibilities:

• Operational Buyer has the responsibility to ensure delivery of goods and services to the internal user;

1. On the requested date;
2. At the requested place;
3. In the requested quantity and quality;
4. With all the required documents;

• Is the primary contact person for suppliers for operational issues e.g. payments, blocked invoices etc.
• Is responsible for release of blocked invoices.
• The tasks of an Operational Buyer typically include:
• Converting the PR into purchase orders;
• Ensure the quality of data (Procurement and accounting) in the Purchase Order;
• Ensure the alignment with the Procurement rules and procedures;
• Apply the strategic policies established by the Strategic Buyer.
• Transmitting purchase orders to external vendors;
• Monitoring timely confirmation of purchase orders (when required);
• Monitoring transport issues linked to a material order;
• Monitoring timely receipt of blocked invoices;
• Monitoring the balance to deliver and the comparison of the GR (Good Receipt) / IR (Invoice Receipt)
• Ensure communication with vendors;
• Resolution of operational issues with external vendors;
• Maintain a close working collaboration with Strategic Buyers;
• Inform the Strategic Buyer when a contract with that vendor is not in place.

Key competencies –knowledge, skills and behaviors

• BA from a reputable university, preferably with technical background – Diploma in Purchasing and supply management
• Working experience of 1 to 3 years as buyer in an FMCG/Manufacturing environment

To apply for this position send your CV to mycv@myjobseye.com quoting the position in the subject line.

Kindly also mention your current/ last salary and benefits

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.