Procurement Officer

Kampala - Uganda

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 15 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

To manage the procurement function of the hotel by sourcing quality goods and services at competitive prices ensuring timely delivery maintaining optimal stock levels and complying with company policies and procedures to support efficient hotel operations.

Requirements

Education and Professional Qualifications

Bachelors Degree or Diploma in Procurement Supply Chain Management BusinessAdministration or a related field

Professional certification such as CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) is an added advantage

Experience

Minimum of three (3) years experience in procurement

Experience in the hospitality industry is highly preferred

Experience working with inventory management systems and POS systems. (Micros Fidelio & Sage Cloud)

Proven experience in supplier sourcing negotiation and contract management

Knowledge

Strong understanding of procurement processes policies and best practices

Knowledge of inventory control and stock management systems

Understanding of budgeting cost control and financial procedures

Familiarity with local procurement regulations and compliance requirements

Knowledge of health safety and hygiene standards in hospitality operations

Skills and Competencies

Technical Skills

Strong negotiation and vendor management skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and procurement systems

Ability to analyze pricing costs and financial data

Report writing and documentation skills

Behavioral Competencies

High level of integrity and ethical standards

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Excellent organizational and time management skills

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Problem-solving and decision-making ability

Interpersonal Skills

Strong communication skills (both written and verbal)

Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships

Team player with the ability to collaborate across departments

Customer-focused mindset (internal stakeholders)

Personal Attributes

Honest trustworthy and accountable

Professional appearance and demeanor

Proactive and self-motivated

Flexible and adaptable to changing business needs

High level of confidentiality in handling sensitive information

Physical Requirements

Ability to work long hours when required

Capable of handling occasional physical tasks (e.g. inspection of goods stock checks)

Ability to move around the hotel premises and storage areas as needed

Other Requirements

Willingness to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays if required

Commitment to continuous learning and professional development

Alignment with the hotels values and service standards

Benefits

Compensation: Competitive

Benefits: A comprehensive benefits package is available including NSSF medical insurance service charge meals on duty and other company-wide benefits.

Required Skills:

Education and Professional Qualifications Bachelors Degree or Diploma in Procurement Supply Chain Management BusinessAdministration or a related field Professional certification such as CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) is an added advantage Experience Minimum of three (3) years experience in procurement Experience in the hospitality industry is highly preferred Experience working with inventory management systems and POS systems. (Micros Fidelio & Sage Cloud) Proven experience in supplier sourcing negotiation and contract management Knowledge Strong understanding of procurement processes policies and best practices Knowledge of inventory control and stock management systems Understanding of budgeting cost control and financial procedures Familiarity with local procurement regulations and compliance requirements Knowledge of health safety and hygiene standards in hospitality operations Skills and Competencies Technical Skills Strong negotiation and vendor management skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and procurement systems Ability to analyze pricing costs and financial data Report writing and documentation skills Behavioral Competencies High level of integrity and ethical standards Strong attention to detail and accuracy Excellent organizational and time management skills Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines Problem-solving and decision-making ability Interpersonal Skills Strong communication skills (both written and verbal) Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships Team player with the ability to collaborate across departments Customer-focused mindset (internal stakeholders) Personal Attributes Honest trustworthy and accountable Professional appearance and demeanor Proactive and self-motivated Flexible and adaptable to changing business needs High level of confidentiality in handling sensitive information Physical Requirements Ability to work long hours when required Capable of handling occasional physical tasks (e.g. inspection of goods stock checks) Ability to move around the hotel premises and storage areas as needed Other Requirements Willingness to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays if required Commitment to continuous learning and professional development Alignment with the hotels values and service standards