Role Overview
Suntech Ghana is seeking a proactive, detail-oriented Procurement Officer (Local & International) to manage sourcing, purchasing, and supplier coordination for both local and international procurement activities. The successful candidate will ensure the timely delivery of materials and services while maintaining cost efficiency, quality standards, and compliance with company procedures.
This role requires strong experience in vendor management, import coordination, and procurement documentation.
Key Responsibilities
Local Procurement
- Source goods, materials, and services from approved local suppliers
- Request and evaluate quotations
- Prepare and issue Local Purchase Orders (LPOs)
- Track supplier performance and delivery timelines
- Maintain accurate procurement records
International Procurement
- Identify and engage international suppliers
- Request and evaluate overseas quotations
- Coordinate shipping and logistics with freight forwarders
- Manage import documentation (Proforma Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, etc.)
- Liaise with clearing agents to ensure timely customs clearance
- Track shipments from origin to delivery
Vendor & Cost Management
- Maintain supplier database and performance records
- Negotiate competitive pricing and payment terms
- Identify cost-saving opportunities
- Ensure procurement aligns with approved budgets
Compliance & Coordination
- Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies
- Support audit and documentation requirements
- Coordinate procurement needs with operations, finance, and technical teams
Requirements 🎓
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement & Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or related field
Experience
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in procurement
- Experience handling international procurement and imports
- Experience working with freight forwarders and clearing agents
- Experience in engineering, construction, infrastructure, or technical supply procurement is an advantage
Skills & Competencies ⭐
- Strong negotiation skills
- Knowledge of import/export procedures
- Vendor sourcing (local and international)
- Cost analysis and budgeting awareness
- Strong documentation and reporting skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and procurement systems
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
Skills & Competencies ⭐
- Strong negotiation skills
- Knowledge of import/export procedures
- Vendor sourcing (local and international)
- Cost analysis and budgeting awareness
- Strong documentation and reporting skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and procurement systems
- Excellent organizational and communication skills