PROCUREMENT OFFICER | Addis Ababa (Internal)
On-siteAddis Ababa, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Job Summary
Procure goods and services for Mercy Corps field offices in Ethiopia in accordance with donor regulations and minimum time frames. Prepare purchase requests, invitations to tender, quotations, purchase orders, and payment requests while coordinating with Program, Administration, Finance, and Logistics. Track incoming shipments, review shipping completeness, and ensure timely delivery to warehouses and field sites with proper documentation. Maintain supplier databases, conduct price surveys, and analyze bid evaluations to secure competitive pricing. Coordinate the tendering process, assist in import/export activities for overseas purchases, and prepare weekly procurement status reports. Assist in drafting framework agreements, prequalifying suppliers, and driving vehicles for assigned duties. Ensure full compliance with Mercy Corps, donor, and government supply chain procedures while maintaining orderly procurement files.
Required Qualifications
- Degree in high or high school Diploma in Purchasing and Supply Management, Management, Accounting or any related field
- Two years' work experience for degree holders in procurement and Logistics positions
- Three years' work experience for Diploma holders in procurement and Logistics positions
- Good computer skills (especially Microsoft excel, word and outlook)
- Proficiency in English Language
- Proficiency in Amharic and English languages
- Willingness and ability to perform other duties as assigned
- Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and appropriate flexibility
- Emotional maturity and physical stamina
- Excellent organizational skills with ability to successfully manage multiple tasks
- Responsible and trustworthy
- Must be confident, self-starter, an independent thinker and have strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
- Team oriented
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse group of people
- Good communication skills, written and oral are required
- Must complete mandatory Code of Conduct elearning courses upon hire and on an annual basis
Desired Qualifications
- Master's degree preferred
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