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Senior Purchasing Associate (Mandarin Chinese-Speaking) at Genser Energy, Takoradi, Ghana

Genser Energy

Senior Purchasing Associate (Mandarin Chinese-Speaking) at Genser Energy, Takoradi, Ghana

Genser Energy

Full time Job

Date Posted: February 19, 2025

Application deadline:

Expired on: February 23, 2025 5:00pm

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Job description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

 PROCUREMENT

Procurement & Purchasing Management:

  • Collaborate with all internal stakeholders to understand business needs and project requirements (materials, equipment, or services).
  • Conduct market research to identify cost-effective suppliers and materials.
  • Develop and implement purchasing strategies, including tenders and bidding processes.
  • Oversee and manage the procurement of materials, equipment, and services required for all internal stakeholders, ensuring that procurement meets quality standards, delivery timelines, and budget constraints.
  • Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts.
  • Prepare cost analyses and budget reports.

Vendor Relationship Management:

  • Conduct regular performance reviews and audits of key suppliers (in terms of quality, delivery, and price) and work with them to implement improvement plans where necessary.
  • Work closely with vendors to resolve issues related to delivery, quality, and pricing.

Documentation & Record-Keeping:

  • Ensure timely setup of new suppliers in Sage X3.
  • Streamline and enhance the supplier enrollment process.
  • Keep Sage X3 updated to maintain accurate records of suppliers, vendors, and other critical information.

Compliance & Documentation:

  • Prepare, review, and maintain accurate procurement documentation, including purchase orders, contracts, and supplier agreements.
  • Collaborate with legal, finance, and compliance teams to ensure all procurement processes are compliant with relevant laws and regulations.

 ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

  • Supervise the team to execute assigned projects within deadlines and budget.
  •  Develop and implement necessary measures to ensure flexible work practice and team building.
  • Carry out performance appraisals and development plans (including training) with subordinate staff.
  • Implement training and development program for staff in line with the organization’s technical and business needs.
  • Coordinate the leave schedule (on and off duty) of subordinate staff.

 QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, or Engineering is mandatory.
  • Master’s degree is a plus.
  • Multicultural experience is mandatory.
  • Fluency in Chinese is mandatory.

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:

  • A minimum of 8+ years of experience in a procurement role, preferably in the Oil & Gas industry.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
  • Proficiency with industry-specific software (SAF, Sage, Oracle).
  • Strong knowledge of procurement processes and supplier management.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Application deadline:

Expired on: February 23, 2025

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