Job Title: Procurement and Logistics Officer (Fresher Jobs)
Organisation: BondRich Advisory Group
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
BondRich Advisory Group is a client-centered HR & Management Consultancy firm operating in Uganda. The firm was established with a mission to provide customized transformational solutions that suites the ever-changing needs of our clients. We specialize in the provision of Human Resource and organizational development consultancy services to clients in both profit and non-profit sectors.
Job Summary: Bondrich Advisory Group is hiring a Procurement and Logistics Officer with the following duties and responsibilities;
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Identify and pre-qualify potential suppliers for raw materials, packaging, and machinery spare parts.
- Negotiate favorable terms with suppliers, including pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and quality standards.
- Develop and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key suppliers while actively seeking alternative sources to mitigate risk.
- Conduct regular performance reviews of suppliers based on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as On-Time Delivery, Quality (Rejection Rates), and Responsiveness.
- Prepare, administer, and manage supply agreements and contracts.
- Ensure all procured materials meet the precise technical specifications required for different production lines (injection molding, blow molding, extrusion, etc.).
- Work closely with the planning and warehouse departments to monitor stock levels of critical raw materials and avoid both stock-outs and excessive inventory.
- Respond effectively to Material Requirements Planning (MRP) signals to generate and place purchase orders.
- Coordinate with suppliers and logistics providers to ensure timely inbound delivery of materials, considering lead times and shipping terms (Incoterms).
- Ensure all suppliers adhere to the company’s quality standards and relevant industry certifications (e.g., ISO 9001).
- Prepare, issue, and track Purchase Orders (POs) accurately within the ERP/MRP system.
- Collaborate with the finance department to resolve any invoice discrepancies related to pricing or receipts.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
- Proven experience as a Procurement Officer, preferably within a manufacturing environment (plastics, chemicals, or FMCG is highly desirable).
- Strong negotiation and communication skills.
- Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV and a cover letter detailing their suitability for the role to [email protected]
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Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: no experience required