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Job Title:   Assistant Procurement Manager

Organisation: Aptech Africa Ltd

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

About the Company:

Aptech Africa Ltd. is the EPC company of choice for solar energy and water pumping in Africa. It has offices located in South Sudan, Uganda, Central African Republic, Sierra Leone, Niger and Liberia. Aptech Africa was founded in 2011 as a distribution and installation company for some of the most reputable brands from Europe and the US. It developed a reputation for distributing high quality products and providing exceptional installation services which allowed it to expand to multiple countries.

Job Summary:   We are looking for a highly organized and results-driven Assistant Procurement Manager that will support the Procurement Manager in overseeing and managing the organization’s procurement activities. This role involves collaborating with vendors, managing purchase orders, negotiating contracts, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Purchase supplies and accessories as needed on a project basis

Purchase of office supplies locally as needed on a weekly basis

Discover profitable suppliers and initiate business

Negotiate with external vendors to secure advantageous terms

Track and report KPIs

Collaborate with key people to ensure clarity of the specifications and expectations of the company

Perform risk management for supply contracts

Conduct due diligence to ensure the quality of vendors and products

To ensure that all purchases are made from approved supplier list

To evaluate all suppliers for QHSE aspects

To ensure that all procurement policies and procedures are followed according to IMS policy

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Procurement or any other related field

Minimum of 3 years of experience in procurement, experience in the renewable energy sector is an added advantage

Ability to work with associates and contractors in the field and ensure safety, quality and schedule adherence. Must be reliable and flexible with work.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of supply chain management and procurement processes

Experience with contract management and vendor relationship management

Familiarity with inventory management systems and software

How to Apply:

Candidates who meet the above requirements are invited to send their CV along with academic documents and three references to harriet@aptechafrica.com

Deadline: 7th October 2024

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