Working knowledge of strategic sourcing, including requests for information, quotation, and proposal (RFx); supplier evaluation; negotiations; and contracting.
Conduct regular visits to storage facilities, sorting centers and collection sites. Candidates must be comfortable working in environments that may be dirty, humid and have unpleasant odors
Quotation Processes: Drive the quotation process by defining evaluation criteria, identifying and selecting suppliers, executing the evaluation process, and refining and validating sourcing and purchasing options.
Continuous review of internal procurement policies to ensure that they continue to be compliant, efficient, effective and in sync with commercial practices, including exploring more innovative ways of procuring
Handle daily warehouse operations, including receiving, issuing, and recording goods. Update inventory information promptly and ensure stock records are accurate.
Market Intelligence: Perform data-driven market research and engage industry to understand the supplier landscape, market constraints, and global supply chain conditions.
Operational and project management skills to coordinate multiple procurement initiatives, meet deadlines, and support restaurant openings or refurbishments.
Analyze current approaches to identify opportunities to improve speed and effectiveness of project execution, materials, sourcing, workflows, and costs.
Conduct procurement processes of sourcing, tendering, evaluation and contract management in accordance with Government procurement policies and guidelines and adhere to the principles of ensuring transparency, fairness and value for money.