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Job Title:    Procurement Buying Assistant

Organisation: Hima
Cement Ltd (LafargeHolcim Group)

Duty Station:  Uganda

Reports to: Local
Category Manager

Vacancy Code:
PBAX01

 

About US:

Hima Cement Ltd. is
a subsidiary of Bamburi Cement Ltd. which is a member of the LafargeHolcim
Group. LafargeHolcim is the leading producer of building materials in the
world. Hima Cement works with all actors in the building and construction
industry in Uganda – manufacturing and supplying a wide range of building and
construction solutions designed to meet housing and construction needs from
small projects like individual home buildings to major construction and
infrastructure projects. Whether supplying high-quality cement to a craftsman
or helping leading architects explore and deliver creative possibilities, Hima
is committed to providing solutions that fit the needs of all its clients.

 

Job Summary:  The Procurement Buying Assistant helps the
procurement leadership to certify that a business has a constant supply of
materials or equipment. They work primarily in an administrative capacity,
doing tasks such as scheduling material purchases and deliveries and verifying
current inventory.

 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:  

·       
Researching
new suppliers for low value spot purchases and presenting them to Category
managers for screening

·       
Sourcing
and comparing prices from several suppliers for all low value spot purchases

·       
Negotiating
prices and delivery dates

·       
Checking
that goods and services are fit for purpose and meet with the organization’s
requirements prior to order placement

·       
Making
sure goods arrive on time, and ensure that suppliers are paid on time

·       
Building
relationship with low value spot purchase suppliers, conducting quarterly
reviews

·       
Monitor
and advise on any issues which present a risk or opportunity to the business

 

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

·       
The
ideal candidate for the Hima Cement Procurement Buying Assistant should hold a
Bachelors of Honors Degree in a Procurement and Supply Management or a related
qualification from a recognized University.

·       
Postgraduate
qualifications in CIPS or its equivalent is an added advantage.

·       
At least
two years of experience in a similar Procurement role (sourcing, operations)
with exposure to optimal procurement processes and standards in a similar environment
and/or organization.

·       
Demonstrated
performance in working with cross-functional teams, with requisite drive and
energy to ensure that challenging tasks are successfully delivered

·       
Knowledge
and skills in the Electronic Procurement, and Enterprise Resource Planning
system (ERP) like SAP is an added advantage.

·       
Self-driven,
results oriented.

·       
Able to
plan and prioritise

·       
Comfortable
dealing with people and a good listener

·       
Reliable,
tolerant & determined

·       
Able to
work extended hours when required

·       
Flexibility
to work anywhere within Uganda is added advantage

 

 

NB: Hima
cement will offer a competitive remuneration package to the successful
candidate.

 

How to Apply:

All candidates that
know that they meet the above criteria and have what it takes to excel in the
above position, should send their CVs, which should include details of email
address (if any), present position, current remuneration,
Certificate/testimonials and address of three (3) Referees plus telephone
contact to the stipulated email address not later than 12th December, 2020.
(Email your application and CV to career.applications.hima@lafargeholcim.com
and let’s save the environment).

 

Key Notes:

·       
Hima
Cement Limited is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge a
recruitment fee or any other fees at any stage of the recruitment process

·       
Make
sure that your application letter, CV and certificates are attached as one
document

·       
Indicate
the Vacancy Code as the subject for your email. (Check on top of this advert
for details)

·       
Only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted

·       
Any form
of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

 

Address to:

 

The Human Resource
Manager – Corporate

Hima Cement Ltd,
Namanve Industrial Area

P.O Box 7230 Kampala.
Uganda

 

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