Procurement Officer

WHAT IS ON OFFER

Alfred H Knight has an exciting opportunity for Procurement Officer to join our team in Tanzania. In this role, you will be responsible for the management of the day to day procurement related services at all sites within Tanzania and the Africa region to ensure that an efficient and high-quality service is provided in order to meet the reporting deadlines and priorities agreed with AHK Head Office.

ABOUT US

Alfred H Knight is a totally independent, family owned business spanning five generations. A global network of strategically placed offices and laboratories enable global trade by providing independent inspection, analysis and consultancy services to the metals and minerals, solid fuels and agriculture industries.

We have honed and carefully crafted our reputation. Delivering knowledge and professionalism in all aspects of weighing, sampling and analysis. We thrive by continuing to re-invest in our facilities, technology and people. Click here to find out more about AHK.

DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?

To be successful at Alfred H Knight you will need to display the following:

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND WORK EXPERIENCE 

Required Competencies

• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. 
• Managing uncertainty: Handles pressure and ambiguity well, exercises good judgment and handles challenges in a mature manner. Flexibility and pragmatism and the ability to deal with ambiguity 
• Good Knowledge of general business software and aptitude to learn new applications; proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Quality: ‘Right first time’ approach, completes work to a high standard, continually looking for improvements and strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to assist in the selection of appropriate suppliers and contractors, to promote good procurement practice with a due regard to sustainability, ethical purchasing standards and costing. 
• High level of attention to detail
• Good time keeping, energetic and honest.

Required Work Experience

• At least 3 years working experience in a procurement role.

Required Qualifications

• Degree in purchasing and supply or related course.
• Must be a fully licenced member of the relevant Purchasing and Supply professional body in Tanzania.
• Any additional procurement related certification will be an added advantage.

BENEFITS 

We are offering an excellent opportunity with a salary and benefits package to match.

If you are invited to interview, please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to the recruitment process that will enable you to perform to the best of your ability.

Alfred H Knight is committed to creating a diverse & inclusive environment and hence welcomes applications from all sections of the community.