National Biotechnology Authority of Zimbabwe
DUE: 10 FEB 2025
Procurement Assistant (Mwenezi)
A Procurement Assistant post has arisen at the Authority’s Mwenezi Mapfura Value Addition Plant. Competent and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
DUTIES
- Sourcing quotations through various procurement methods and ordering of supplies.
- Strategic procurement of various goods and services for the Value Addition Plant.
- Process procurements according to respective rules and regulations.
- Respond to procurement / logistics requests related to supplies, materials for project activities.
- Routine communication, coordination and planning with relevant requesting departments regarding the order and delivery of supplies.
- Follow up with suppliers as needed to confirm or change orders.
- Tracking orders and ensuring timely delivery of all procurements.
- Updating all order records (invoices and Goods received voucher) and maintaining all supplier information for regularly purchased items and be informed of current local market conditions.
- Coordinating with the Finance department to ensure timely payment of supplies and provision of full auditable support documentation.
- Submit status of outstanding orders to the Plant Manager.
- Handling all email and phone general enquiries and requests for information and materials.
- Building strong working relationships with suppliers and ensuring that a transparent and responsive procurement process is implemented and maintained.
- Any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
REQUIREMENSTS
- A bachelor’s degree in Procurement Management / Supply Chain Management or equivalent from a recognized institution or Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply Professional Diploma (CIPS Level 6) or a Higher National Diploma in Procurement.
- A clean class 4 driver’s license.
- At least 2 years’ working experience in a similar position.
- Proficiency in procurement software and tools is an added advantage.
- Familiarity with local procurement regulations.
- Strong Microsoft proficiency.
TO APPLY
Interested applicants who fit the criteria listed above should submit their applications, attachment letters and a detailed Curriculum Vitae to [email protected] not later than 10 February 2025, clearly labelled Procurement Assistant-Mwenezi in the subject line.