Senior Buyer, Purchasing

Job Role / Responsibilities :

Responsible for executing the procurement of goods and services in accordance with organizational policies, quality standards, and budgetary constraints. This role involves managing the end-to-end procurement process, including sourcing, bidding, negotiation, and purchase order issuance, to ensure timely availability of required items at optimal cost and quality.

Specifically you will be responsible for :

• Review and process purchase requisitions in line with procurement policies.
• Source suppliers and obtain competitive quotations for required goods / services.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders ensuring compliance with internal controls.
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with key suppliers.
• Evaluate supplier performance based on quality, cost, delivery, and service.
• Resolve supply issues, including late deliveries or quality concerns.
• Negotiate prices, terms, and conditions with suppliers to achieve savings and added value.
• Monitor market trends and price fluctuations to optimize procurement strategy.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, contracts, and correspondence.
• Use ERP systems to manage procurement transactions and reporting.
• Coordinate with requestors / end-users to clarify requirements and delivery expectations.
• Work closely with finance, warehouse, and inventory teams to ensure seamless flow of materials.
• Coordinate with AKDN Group Purchasing Office to obtain reference prices and best deals
• Ensure all procurement activities follow PSCMD’s and AKU’s policies, ethical practices, and legal standards.
• Support audits and documentation requests.
• Participate in initiatives for process / quality improvement and automation in procurement.
• Identify opportunities for vendor consolidation and standardization.

Eligibility Criteria / Requirements :

Comprehensive employment reference checks will be conducted.