Job Title: Procurement Supervisor - Gujarati/Hindu Speaking
Reports To: The Head of Finance
Department: Operations
Location:Head office
Note: Fluency in Gujarati or Hindi is a required skill for this role due to the nature of supplier communications and stakeholder engagement.
Job Purpose:
The role is responsible for planning streamlining and executing all procurement and administrative duties. It includes managing imports general procurement inventory controls repairs and maintenance of services and equipment. The position coordinates with various government and regulatory agencies for compliance and renewals licenses permits and other statutory documents.
Key Responsibilities
A) Pre-Import Roles (Short Form)
Analyze product reorder needs and prepare purchase orders for approval.
Share approved POs with suppliers and process payment requests based on terms.
Obtain proforma invoices packing lists weights and dimensions.
Process IDF PPB ACA and KENTRADE permits using correct HS Codes.
Send approved IDF to suppliers and follow up for COC certificates.
Coordinate import documents including Bill of Lading or Airwaybill.
Ensure proper marine/air insurance coverage.
B) General Import Roles
Monitor market trends and adjust procurement strategies accordingly.
Negotiate and manage supplier contracts to ensure quality and value.
Ensure timely delivery of goods and evaluate supplier performance.
C) Post-Import Roles
Prepare complete document sets for sea/air freight clearance.
Coordinate with clearing agents and update internal teams on shipment arrivals.
Maintain and update all physical import files.
D) Procurement & Inventory Control
Develop inventory control procedures and maintain procurement documentation.
Procure office supplies efficiently and manage budgets.
Work closely with marketing sales and finance on forecasting and vendor payments.
E) Spare Parts Importation & Inventory
Oversee procurement and importation of biomedical spare parts and equipment.
Maintain accurate spare parts inventory and ensure stock availability.
Coordinate timely supplier deliveries and customs clearance.
F) Financial Oversight & Reporting
Prepare annual procurement budgets and ensure cost control.
Coordinate invoicing reconciliation and payment tracking with finance.
Provide cost analysis identify savings opportunities and generate procurement reports.
Implement risk-mitigation strategies for delays currency issues or supply disruptions.
G) Insurance Security & Permit Renewals
Coordinate insurance payments for vehicles facilities stock and equipment.
Oversee physical security of premises.
Ensure timely renewal of statutory licenses (business permit fire license signage branding etc.).
H) NTSA Immigration Police & County Coordination
Schedule and manage vehicle inspections and transfers.
Coordinate renewal of driving licenses passports and work permits.
I) General Administration & Operations
Supervise service providers and manage repairs and maintenance of office facilities.
J) Regulatory Compliance & Quality Control
Ensure all imports meet industry safety and regulatory standards.
Enforce procurement policies and ethical sourcing practices.
Ensure products meet required certifications (e.g. CE FDA).