Procurement Officer

We are seeking an experienced professional for this opening. Position Overview: - The Procurement Officer will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing raw materials, tools, machinery parts, and services required for furniture production. - The role ensures cost-effective purchasing, timely delivery of materials, vendor compliance, and adherence to company procurement policies. Key Responsibilities: - Identify and evaluate suppliers of wood, MDF, plywood, laminates, hardware, upholstery materials, adhesives, finishing products, and machinery parts. - Maintain and update the approved vendor list. - Conduct supplier performance evaluations (price, quality, delivery timelines). - Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and service agreements. - Prepare and process Purchase Requisitions (PR) and Local Purchase Orders (LPOs). - Ensure LPOs are sent via official company communication channels. - Monitor order status and ensure timely delivery to avoid production delays. - Follow up on backorders and urgent material requests. - Compare quotations and analyze cost-benefit options. - Ensure procurement aligns with approved budgets. - Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality. - Work closely with store and production departments to monitor stock levels. - Prevent stock-outs or overstocking of materials. - Support periodic inventory audits. - Maintain accurate procurement records and supplier documentation. - Ensure strict adherence to internal procurement policies. - Prevent unauthorized vendor communication using personal devices. - Declare and report any vendor gifts in line with company policy. - Ensure materials purchased meet production quality standards. - Coordinate with quality control for inspection of delivered items. - Manage return of defective or substandard goods. Key Requirements - Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field. - 4 – 7 years procurement experience (preferably infurniture manufacturing/production). - Strong negotiation and analytical skills. - Knowledge of furniture raw materials and production processes. - Proficiency in MS Office and procurement software. - High level of integrity and compliance awareness.