Procurement officer - Business Umbrella

Procurement officer to oversee purchasing activities and ensure that purchased items are both costefficient and of high quality. The procurement officers responsibilities include supervising staff maintaining positive supplier relations evaluating supply options approving purchases and maintaining accurate records.
To be successful as a procurement officer you should have an analytical mind and keep up with product and service trends. Ultimately a top procurement officer should be able to negotiate well and ensure that all purchases comply with company standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED.
  
• Degree in accounting business management or a similar field preferred.
  
• 2 years of experience as a procurement officer or in a similar position.
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and purchasing software.
  
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
  
• Good analytical and strategic thinking skills.
  
• Supervisory and management experience.
  
• Attention to detail.