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Job Title:  Procurement Officer  

Organisation: Enterprise Uganda (EUg)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About Organisation:

Enterprise Foundation Limited (EUg) is a public-private institution designed to support the government in realising its objective of promoting the development of Small and Medium Scale Enterprises (SMEs) to become the primary vehicle for expanding production, providing sustainable jobs and enhancing economic growth.

Job Summary:   The position holder is responsible for overseeing the procurement function of the organization, ensuring the efficient and cod: effective acquisition of goods and services required for business operations.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a procurement strategy aligned with organizational goals.
• Conduct market research. assess suppler capabilities. and ensure cost efficiency.
• Plan procurement budgets and coordinate with departments for demand forecasting
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to secure quality goods and services.
• Establish long-term supplier relationships and assess performance metrics.
• Mitigate supply chain risks by diversifying suppliers and implementing contingency plans.
• Manage tendering, bidding. and contract negotiations to ensure compliance and efficiency.
• Oversee procurement policies. legal adherence. and process improvements.
• Track purchase orders and deliveries to ensure timely fulfillment of contracts
• Monitor procurement expenses and implement cost-saving strategies.
• Generate reports on supplier performance, cost efficiency, and procurement risks.
• Coordinate with inventory teams to optimize dock levels and prevent shortages.
• Lead and develop the procurement team through training and performance reviews.
• Work closely with internal departments (Finance, Legal, 11; etc.) to Streamline procurement processes.
• Serve as the primary contact for procurement-related matters within the organization.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration. Supply Chain Management Procurement. or a related field. A professional procurement certification (e.g., CIPS, MCIPS) is desirable.
• At least 3 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management with a track record of successful suppler management and cost control
• Proficiency in procurement and supply chain management software (e.g, SAP, Oracle), Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Certification in procurement or supply chain management (e.g.. CIPS. CPIM. or equivalent) is an advantage.
• Other skills and personal attributes:
• Negotiation skills
• Analytical skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Leadership and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple procurement projects simultaneously

How to Apply:

Interested individuals should send their application and attach a deleted CV, copies of academic and professional certificates, address. a daytime telephone contact and names of 3 referees to the National Director, Profiles International (U) Ltd. via email to: profilesrecruitment28@gmail.com

Deadline: 28th February 2025.

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For more details, call +256781541383.

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