Procurement & Logistics Officer
Job type
Full Time
Qualification
BA/BSc/HND
Location
Nairobi
Deadline
Not specified
Job description & requirements
Roles & Responsibilities
Procurement Management
- Source, negotiate, and purchase goods, materials, and services required for solar projects, ensuring cost-effectiveness and adherence to quality standards.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, vendors, and contractors to secure favourable terms, competitive pricing, and appropriate lead times.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders, including project managers and engineers, to determine procurement requirements and specifications.
- Review purchase requisitions and create purchase orders in accordance with company policies and approved budgets.
- Monitor supplier performance and address issues or discrepancies relating to delivery, quality, pricing, and service levels.
Inventory Management
- Maintain accurate inventory records and monitor stock levels of solar equipment, components, and spare parts.
- Forecast demand for materials and supplies based on project schedules, operational requirements, and historical consumption patterns.
- Implement effective inventory control measures to minimize excess inventory, stock-outs, and obsolescence.
- Conduct regular inventory audits and reconcile discrepancies between physical counts and system records.
- Coordinate with warehouse staff to ensure the proper storage, retrieval, and distribution of inventory items.
Logistics Coordination
- Coordinate transportation and shipping logistics for incoming and outgoing shipments of solar products, equipment, and materials.
- Arrange freight services, carriers, and customs clearance for international shipments, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.
- Track the movement of goods in transit and provide timely status updates to relevant stakeholders.
- Resolve logistics-related issues, including shipping delays, damaged goods, and documentation errors.
- Identify opportunities to optimize shipping routes and transportation methods to minimize costs and delivery times.
Compliance and Documentation
- Ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Maintain accurate records of procurement transactions, contracts, purchase orders, and vendor agreements.
- Prepare and review shipping documents, customs declarations, and import/export documentation.
- Assist in resolving legal or contractual issues related to procurement and logistics activities.
- Perform additional responsibilities as assigned from time to time.
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