A full line pharmaceutical wholesaler/distributor of medicines, surgical, clinical and consumer products in Namibia has a vacancy for a: Procurement Assistant: Consumer

Overview:

The incumbent will be responsible for supporting the daily activities and administrative tasks assigned by the Category Manager: Consumer. The incumbent’s work will be measured by the departmental KPIs and will be reported monthly to the Category Manager: Consumer.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCES:

• Grade 12 certificate is compulsory.
• Experience and a qualification in the Pharmaceutical Wholesale Industry will be advantageous.
• Applicant must not have a criminal record.
• Proficient in Microsoft (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Adequate comprehension of basic mathematics skills.
• Applicant must have the ability to communicate effectively and professionally with suppliers, both written and verbally.
• Applicant must be in a good physical and mental condition.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• The incumbent must follow-up on orders to ensure timeous delivery of stock.
• The incumbent must manage his/her portfolio by regularly checking on outstanding stock / stock on backorders and follow-up with suppliers.
• The incumbent must process/capture invoices and do continuous follow-up on outstanding orders.
• The incumbent must assist with the item master and ensure the prices of stock are correct.
• The incumbent must assist with reception duties when requested.
• Provide order and product information from Suppliers to Buyers and Telemarketers.
• Assist Warehouse and Telemarketers with product queries.
• Get quotations for clearance and transport.
• The incumbent will be required to prepare the necessary transport and permit applications for permit orders.