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A leading healthcare institution seeks a Purchasing Officer to manage procurement processes efficiently. The role includes preparing purchase orders, negotiating prices, and ensuring timely order delivery. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least two years of experience in procurement.
Job Description:
Prepares Purchase Orders (P.O.) based on validated, competitive and approved unit price from accredited supplier/s;
Bargains unreasonable and sudden price increase to his superiors and negotiates best and final price from the suppliers prior to P.O. preparation;
Submits canvass report for at least two to three potential and accredited vendor/ supplier for repeat or re-order requests and for the new item;
Negotiates discount for all cash on delivery transaction or getting much economical price by not compromising the quality of the products or services;
Follows the standard procedures in the preparation of preparing P.O. using Hospital system (HIMS) Material Management module;
Ensures that all purchase requests are processed on time and submits for approval the P.O. within 5 days and another 10 days allowance for delivery of orders;
Conducts regular follow-up from the supplier on the status of stock and informs the concerned unit/ department of the status;
Reporting an isolated purchasing incidence, suggest corrective actions, and address purchasing critical issues and concerns; and
Performs other tasks as may be assigned by the Purchasing Head from time to time.
Job Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Economics or any related field
At least two (2) years of work-related experience
Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills to get the best possible product at the best possible price
Great relationship management and communication skills
Two (2) Full-Time positions available
Can start ASAP