Procurement specialist

Responsibilities Purchases of commodities, materials, and other services as required by the business Purchases goods, materials, and services in line with the specified cost, quality and delivery targets Communicates any supply problems, which may affect the business, while problem solving where possible Ensures compliance to the company guidelines, purchasing policies and procedures -which includes but is not limited to -obtaining quotes, price checks and price negotiations, raising purchase orders, expediting deliveries and sourcing alternative suppliers Implements and maintains support services programs and initiatives in the procurement of goods, materials and services Takes a practical role in the optimization of systems and resources in the procurement process Monitors process conditions, systems conditions and trends to improve productivity and efficiency relating to procurement Liaises with relevant stakeholders such as suppliers, management and other departments Resolves price...