Procurement Job at Sheer Logic

PROCUREMENT OFFICER

About the Position

Our client is looking for a detail-oriented and dependable Procurement Officer to take responsibility for the organisation's purchasing activities from initial request through to supplier settlement. The role will ensure that goods and services are acquired efficiently, competitively and in accordance with approved procedures, applicable laws and internal controls.

The successful candidate will contribute to operational efficiency by identifying value-for-money opportunities, strengthening supplier relationships and ensuring procurement activities support the organisation's wider business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement Operations

• Coordinate the complete purchasing cycle, beginning with internal requisitions and ending with delivery verification and supplier payment.

• Review purchase requests and create purchase orders through the organisation's ERP platform.

• Identify suitable suppliers, assess their capabilities and negotiate commercial terms that provide the best overall value.

• Obtain and evaluate quotations in accordance with established procurement procedures.

• Prepare, organise and maintain tender documentation, contracts, quotations and supporting procurement files.

• Coordinate tender-opening sessions and participate in supplier assessment and evaluation exercises.

• Ensure procurement activities are conducted transparently and within approved authority levels.

Procurement Planning and Policy

• Contribute to the development and implementation of procurement policies, procedures and sourcing strategies.

• Regularly review procurement processes and recommend improvements that enhance efficiency, transparency and control.

• Prepare annual procurement plans and maintain forward-looking procurement forecasts.

• Align purchasing activities with approved budgets, operational requirements and organisational priorities.

Supplier and Contract Management

• Source and pre-qualify suppliers in line with established requirements.

• Maintain an accurate and current register of approved and pre-qualified vendors.

• Monitor supplier performance against agreed service levels, delivery schedules, specifications and contractual commitments.

• Address supplier performance concerns and escalate significant breaches where necessary.

• Maintain effective working relationships with vendors while ensuring commercial and compliance standards are upheld.

• Track deliveries and coordinate inspections to confirm that supplied goods and services meet the required specifications and quality standards.

Records, Reporting and Compliance

• Maintain complete and well-organised procurement documentation to support internal reporting, audits and regulatory reviews.

• Prepare regular procurement reports and analyse supplier performance, purchasing activity and related trends.

• Ensure procurement transactions are properly documented and traceable.

• Identify potential procurement risks, control weaknesses or instances of non-compliance and escalate them promptly.

• Ensure procurement activities remain consistent with applicable legislation, internal policies and governance requirements.

Financial Coordination

• Work closely with the Finance team to ensure purchases remain within approved budgets.

• Follow up on supplier documentation and coordinate with Finance to facilitate accurate and timely payments.

• Support asset-disposal activities in accordance with approved organisational procedures and applicable requirements.

Additional Responsibilities

• Provide procurement advice and support to internal departments as required.

• Contribute to initiatives aimed at improving purchasing efficiency, supplier value and procurement controls.

• Undertake other procurement-related responsibilities assigned by management.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Logistics or a related field.

• Professional certification such as CIPS or KISM is an added advantage.

• Active membership in an appropriate professional body.

• Four to five years of relevant experience in a high-volume or fast-paced procurement environment.

• Previous procurement experience within a manufacturing organisation will be an advantage.

• Practical experience using ERP platforms and procurement management systems.

• Strong understanding of procurement legislation, competitive tendering, contract administration and recognised procurement practices.

• Demonstrated experience in procurement planning, supplier identification, sourcing, contract administration and vendor performance management.

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical and commercial judgement.

• Effective negotiation and supplier-management skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication.

• Ability to work effectively with internal departments, suppliers and other stakeholders.

• Strong planning and organisational abilities, with the capacity to manage multiple purchasing activities simultaneously.

• High level of integrity and professional accountability.

• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accurate documentation.

• Strong understanding of compliance, governance and procurement controls.

Application

jobs@sheerlogicltd.com by 8th August 2026.