Officer, Buying Job at Standard Bank Group
Vacancy: Officer, Buying
Employer: Standard Bank Group
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Job Type: Full-time
Job Ref ID: 80409311A-0001
Date Posted: November 26, 2024
Job Overview:
We are looking for a detail-oriented and efficient Officer, Buying, to join our procurement team in Dar es Salaam. The role involves managing the purchasing process, negotiating with vendors, and ensuring the timely acquisition of goods and services to support organizational operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement purchasing strategies to maximize cost savings and improve efficiency.
- Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers and explore new products.
- Negotiate contracts and pricing agreements with vendors for favorable terms.
- Oversee the procurement process from requisition to delivery, ensuring timely order fulfillment.
- Collaborate with internal teams to understand requirements and source suitable products or services.
- Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and supplier information.
- Monitor inventory levels and work with warehouse staff to optimize stock management.
- Prepare and analyze procurement reports to track spending, savings, and supplier performance.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, local regulations, and international trade laws.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- 2–3 years of experience in procurement, buying, or supply chain management.
- Proficiency in procurement software and inventory management systems.
- Strong analytical skills for interpreting data and creating insightful reports.
- Excellent negotiation skills for securing favorable vendor terms.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.
- Knowledge of market trends, pricing strategies, and supply chain best practices.
- Familiarity with international trade regulations, especially relevant to Tanzania.
- Experience in vendor relationship management and contract negotiation.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Professional certification in procurement (e.g., CPSP, CIPS) is preferred.
- Registered member of the Procurement and Supplies Professional and Technicians Board (PSPTB).
Behavioral Competencies:
- Adopting Practical Approaches
- Checking Details
- Establishing Rapport
- Examining Information
- Following Procedures
- Interpreting Data
- Meeting Timescales
- Producing Output
- Taking Action
- Thinking Positively
- Upholding Standards
- Valuing Individuals
Technical Competencies:
- Business Administration Skills
- Category Management
- Commercial Acumen
- Data Management
- Procurement Knowledge and Processes
- Purchasing
- Records and Archive Management
- Specification Analysis
- Tender Process
- Written Communication
Application Instructions:
Visit the Standard Bank Group careers website to save the job or apply directly.
Join us in delivering excellence in procurement and supply chain management at Standard Bank Group!
