Senior Purchasing Officer

About the role

Responsible for managing the administration and execution of purchasing activities. Leading a team of purchasingand procurement officers, the Senior Purchasing Officer works closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that goods and services are procured to deliver operational requirements.

Key objectives & responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead and direct a team of procurement and purchasing officers, manage team performance, leave, absences, training, and development
• Participate in process development and procedural documentation of all procurement policies, processes, and procedures
• Identify, prioritise and support (or lead) sourcing activities as assigned
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely payment of invoices
• Work in collaboration with Strategic Procurement and Supplier Management to maintain strong relationships with ...