Purchasing Officer

Job Description:

Responsible for purchasing food and non-food items for the organization. In charge of identifying suppliers, negotiating contracts, and ensuring that purchased items meet the organizations quality and budget requirements.

Responsibilities:

Ensuring purchased goods meet quality standards and regulations by conducting inspections, following up on quality issues, and implementing procedures for the return or replacement of defective products.

Developing and implementing strategies for procurement, including supplier evaluation and selection, negotiating contracts, and ensuring timely delivery of goods.

Working closely with various departments and teams such as finance, operations, and inventory management to understand their purchasing needs and ensure alignment with organizational goals.