Job description

Job Title: Purchasing Coordinator

Role Purpose: To support the procurement department by coordinating purchase requests, communicating with vendors, and ensuring materials and services are delivered on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities:

• Request Management: Receive and review purchase requisitions from various departments for accuracy and completeness.
• Quotation Handling: Request quotes from approved vendors and prepare comparison sheets (price, quality, and lead time).
• Purchase Orders (PO): Issue and process purchase orders, ensuring proper approvals are obtained.
• Logistics Coordination: Follow up with suppliers on delivery schedules and coordinate with the warehouse for goods receipt.
• Vendor Maintenance: Maintain and update the vendor database and assist in supplier performance evaluation.
• Invoice Verification: Match invoices with POs and delivery notes before submitting them to the finance department.

Skills

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or Accounting.
• 4-10 years of experience in procurement or administrative roles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel).
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.