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Job Title:   Procurement Officer (Fresher Hotel Jobs)   

Organisation: Lake Victoria Serena Golf Resort & Spa

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

About US:

Serena Hotels is a collection of 5 Star hotels, Resorts, Safari Lodges and Camps in Africa. We are renowned for our presence in magical locations and have the highest reputation for standards and service.

Job Summary:  The Procurement Officer will oversee the purchasing activities and ensure that purchased items are both cost-efficient and of high quality and services for the hotel as specified by the user departments at competitive terms and prices and in line with the Company procurement policies and procedures.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Overseeing and supervising employees and all activities of the purchasing department.
• Sourcing for; evaluating and vetting suppliers and prospective suppliers of approved goods and services and negotiating the best and most cost-effective prices
• Ensuring that suppliers comply with all Company Supplier Registration requirements
• Ensuring product quality and specifications are communicated to the suppliers and adhered to.
• Assist the Unit Accountant in preparing plans for the purchase of equipment, services, and supplies.
• Following and enforcing the company’s procurement policies and procedures.
• Managing and processing of orders while maintaining accurate pricing,
• Maintaining purchase and delivery records.
• Maintaining and updating supplier information such as qualifications, delivery times, product ranges, etc.
• Maintaining good supplier relations and negotiating contracts.
• Preparing procurement reports
• Provide information on pricing levels and carry out market surveys to guide purchasing decisions and budgeting

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The applicant must hold a Diploma in Procurement & Supplies Management or its equivalent
• CPA qualification with Procurement and Supplies experience will be an added advantage
• A minimum of two years of experience in procurement and supplies management.
• Supervisory and management experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and purchasing software (Materials’ control).
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Good analytical and organizational and planning skills.
• Attention to detail.

How to Apply:

All candidates should send their applications addressed to;

Human Resource Manager;

Lake Victoria Serena Golf Resort & Spa

Email to: angella.namuddu@serenahotels.com

Deadline: 4th September 2023

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