A degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or International Trade – or an equivalent three-year qualification from recognized professional bodies such as CIPS, SAPICS, or ISM.
\n\tResponsible for the purchasing function of the allocated category\/s for local and imported products.
\n\tLead, source and develop categories in line with company and global targets.
\n\tNegotiating, developing and managing contracts.
\n\tCreate value and ensure a competitive advantage maintained by driving cost savings.
\n\tEnsure optimization of the supply chain while reducing supply risk.
\n\tHandling all internal or supplier queries, from order placement to final payment of goods.
\n\tMonitor and expedite all deliverables for on time-in-full delivery.
\n\tMaintain strong relationships with cross-functional teams and external suppliers.
\n\tAction specific daily and weekly reports.
\n\tMonitor and maintain system data.
\n\tPrimary source of contact for the purchasing team and all direct material inputs including transactional oversight of the buying team.
\n\tManaging inbound logistics and global freight forwarding \/ clearing topics.
\n\tComply with and enforce all KSB policies and procedures
\n\tAssist fellow employees with daily calibration functions as and when required
\n\tCarry out all other reasonable tasks that may be delegated from time to time<\/p>\n
Deadline:26th August,2025<\/p>\n
Apply via company website ( N \/ A ) or<\/p>\n
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