Hima Cement Ltd Procurement Buying Assistant Jobs in Uganda

Hima Cement Ltd Procurement Buying Assistant Jobs in Uganda


Job Summary

  • The incumbent will helps the procurement leadership to certify that a business has a constant supply of materials or equipment.

  • They work primarily in an administrative capacity, doing tasks such as scheduling material purchases and deliveries and verifying current inventory.

    Key Duties and Responsibilities

  • Researching new suppliers for low value spot purchases and presenting them to Category managers for screening

  • Sourcing and comparing prices from several suppliers for all low value spot purchases

  • Negotiating prices and delivery dates

  • Checking that goods and services are fit for purpose and meet with the organization’s
    requirements prior to order placement

  • Making sure goods arrive on time, and ensure that suppliers are paid on time

  • Building relationship with low value spot purchase suppliers, conducting quarterly reviews

  • Monitor and advise on any issues which present a risk or opportunity to the business

    Required Qualifications Skills and Attributes

  • Must have a Bachelors of Honors Degree in a Procurement and Supply Management or
    a related qualification from a recognized University.

  • Postgraduate qualifications in CIPS or its equivalent is an added advantage.

  • Minimum 2 years in a similar Procurement role (sourcing, operations) with exposure to
    optimal procurement processes and standards in a similar environment and/or organization.

  • Demonstrated performance in working with cross-functional teams, with requisite drive
    and energy to ensure
    that challenging tasks are successfully delivered

  • Knowledge and skills in the Electronic Procurement, and Enterprise Resource Planning
    system (ERP) like SAP is an added advantage.

    Profile & Personal Qualities

  • Self-driven, results oriented.

  • Able to plan and prioritise

  • Comfortable dealing with people and a good listener

  • Reliable, tolerant & determined

  • Able to work extended hours when required

  • Flexibility to work anywhere within Uganda is added advantage

    How to Apply

  • Hima cement will offer a competitive remuneration package to the successful candidate.

  • Candidates that know that they meet the above criteria and have what it takes to excel in the above position, should send their CVs, which should include details of email address (if any), present position, current remuneration, Certificate/testimonials and address of three (3) Referees plus telephone contact to the stipulated email address not later than 12th December, 2020. (Email your application and CV to career.applications.hima@lafargeholcim.com and let’s save the environment).

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