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Procurement Specialist

  • Full Time
  • Lusaka

Website Mulungushi International Conference Centre Limited

The Mulungushi International Conference Centre Limited (MICCL) a member of the industrial Development Corporation (IDC) group of companies invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced applicants for the following positions.

PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST (1)

Report to Procurement Manager.

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JOB PURPOSE

To manage day-to-day operations of the procurement activities through timely sourcing of goods, services, works and consulting services in order to meet MICCL requirements

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepares bidding documents for goods, works and consultant services in accordance with the approved procurement plan for review by the Procurement Officer
Initiates the evaluation of quotations from suppliers for purchase of goods or services and recommends best source/supplier for the approval in line with public procurement guidelines and regulations
Undertakes market research to ensure purchases are sourced from the most competitive
source
Prepares periodic and ad hoc procurement reports and ensures submission to MICCL in timely manner.
Initiates production of contract documents that are tendered in line with stipulated rules and regulations in the procurement of goods and services
Prepares timely verification of supplier’s invoices and processing payments
Physical sourcing of commodities when required ie going in the field to make purchases
Undertakes any other relevant duties assigned by Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

Grade 12 School Certificate with five (5) credits or better including English and Mathematics BSc in Purchasing & Supply, BA Degree in Public Administration or equivalent
Post Graduate Diploma in Purchasing and Supply for those with Business Administration or equivalent Post Graduate Diploma in Purchasing and Supply (CIPS-UK Level 6).
Must be a Full member of the Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply with a valid Practicing License (ZIPS)

EXPERIENCE

Minimum of four (4) years of experience at a similar position in an organisation of similar
size

SKILLS AND COMPETENCES

Calculation of prices and conversions, basic understanding, and calculation of Financial Ratios in establishing financial capacity of suppliers.
Understanding of the Laws affecting procurement
Should be able to discuss contract terms competently and to negotiate for better terms with suppliers.
Should be able to have good understanding of laws and guidelines.

MODE OF APPLICATION

Interested candidates meeting the above stipulated qualifications should send their application letters with detailed Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of Academic and Professional Certificates and certified NRC with full addresses and contact telephone numbers of three (3) traceable referees on or before Friday 4th October 2024, 17:00 hours local time clearly stating the position being applied for to the address below: Late applications will not be accepted.

NB: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for job interviews.

Acting Human Resource Manager
Mulungushi International Conference Centre Limited
P.O. Box 33200
LUSAKA.

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