Reports to: Logistic Superintendent 

Location: Wote in Makueni 

Our client in vegetable oil extraction, is seeking to recruit a Procurement Clerk. Successful candidate will be responsible for monitoring and identify purchasing needs Track orders and ensure timely delivery and update internal databases with order details. 

Main accountabilities and Responsibilities 

• Notify appropriate department of the placement of orders.  
•  Ensure inventory is stocked and purchase order can be fulfilled.  
• Prepare the invitation-to-bid forms and distribute.  
• Compare prices and expected delivery dates proposed by suppliers.  
• Choose the best bid.  
• Compile records of items purchased or transferred between departments, prices, deliveries, and inventories.  
• Determine cause of any delays en-route.  
• Match purchase orders with shipment.  
•  Verify billed amount with goods received.  
• Handle invoices and forward to accounting department.  
• Monitor inventory control systems.  
•  Prepare inventory transfer forms.  
• Classify priority regulations. 
• Handle requests for purchases.  

Qualifications and Experience 

• Diploma in Store keeping, Procurement and Supplies or related field. 
• 2-3 years of experience - Must have worked in a busy environment 
• Good computer skills (working knowledge of ERP preferred. 
•  Knowledge of basic stock taking procedures 
• Firefighting & HSE basic courses (preferred) 
• Proficiency in SAP, MRP 3 years progressive experience in a manufacturing and warehousing environment.  

Required competencies 

• Must be organized and punctual.  
• Well-presented and professional. 
• Keen attention to detail and ability to effectively manage time. 
•  Exceptional customer service skills 
• Strong multitasking skills  
• Great interpersonal skills 

Required capabilities 

• Problem Solving; Flexibility; Planning target control; Decision Making; Spirit of Enterprise; Communication; Listening and reception; Relations management; Staff management and development