Purchasing Manager will be performing the following tasks:    

•   Researching for new suppliers and liaising with suppliers
•   Carrying out store checks
•   Preparing orders and confirming them with the Commercial Director
•   Projecting stock levels
•   Negotiating prices with suppliers
•   Reviewing tenders
•   Following up with suppliers concerning delivery times
•   Managing budgets
•   Preparing reports
•   Reporting to Senior Managers

Qualification Required & Experience

We expect to see the following skills in a successful candidate:

•   Relationship and key account management
•   Communication and interpersonal relations
•   Customer service and relations
•   Finance and budgeting, strong math skills
•   Making decisions
•   Planning and organising
•   Meet targets
•   Stress management
•   Negotiating and networking
•   Good judgment and analytical ability
•   Accuracy and attention to detail
•   Leadership and teamwork
•   Problem-solving
•   Commercial awareness

Necessary requirements:

•   Previous work experience in a similar role of a minimum of 2 years
•   Experience of work with Shoprite and Game is an advantage
•   Fluency in English both written and oral
•   Ability to understand technology and manage IT systems
•   Proved record of contract management and negotiation ability
•   Confident computer user (Excel, Word, Outlook)
•   Candidate must possess a University degree or equivalent
•   Experience in multi-national companies is a plus

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Please apply ONLY in case if you fit the description above. You can send your CV and a cover letter to:-

hr@ks-consult.co.uk  

Closing Date: 15 March, 2015

specifying the position you are applying for in the subject field of your e-mail. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Please note, that the selection process includes a written and a computer-based test.