Job\u00a0Description<\/p>\n
A\u00a0Procurement Assistant\u00a0provides critical support in the acquisition of goods and services, focusing on finding the best value, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with organizational policies.
\nUnlike a Logistics Assistant who focuses on the physical movement and storage of goods, a Procurement Assistant focuses on the\u00a0strategic and transactional\u00a0aspects of buying.
\nKey Responsibilities (2026 Standards)
\nThe role is increasingly data-driven, requiring a mix of administrative precision and negotiation skills:<\/p>\n
Sourcing and Vendor Management:\u00a0Researching potential suppliers, maintaining a comprehensive supplier database, and evaluating vendor performance based on cost, quality, and delivery timelines.
\nPurchase Order (PO) Management:\u00a0Creating and processing purchase orders, verifying requisitions for accuracy, and tracking order statuses to ensure timely delivery.
\nMarket Research & Cost Control:\u00a0Conducting market analysis to identify price trends and cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.
\nDocumentation & Compliance:\u00a0Maintaining meticulous records of contracts, invoices, and bids for audit purposes, and ensuring all activities adhere to legal and company regulations.
\nBidding and Tendering:\u00a0Supporting the preparation of tender documents and coordinating correspondence with bidders during competitive selection processes.
\nCore Requirements<\/p>\n
Education:\u00a0A Bachelor’s Degree in\u00a0Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or Finance\u00a0is standard for most roles. Some international organizations (e.g.,\u00a0UNODC) may specifically require a\u00a0CIPS Level 4 Diploma\u00a0or equivalent.
\nExperience:\u00a0Entry-level positions typically require\u00a00\u20132 years\u00a0of experience, though senior-level assistant roles at global agencies like the\u00a0World Health Organization (WHO)\u00a0can require\u00a08\u201310 years\u00a0of relevant professional background.
\nTechnical Skills:\u00a0High proficiency in\u00a0Microsoft Excel\u00a0is essential for data analysis. Familiarity with ERP systems like\u00a0SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics 365\u00a0is a major competitive advantage.
\nEssential Skills:<\/p>\n
Negotiation:\u00a0The ability to persuasively secure advantageous terms and prices from vendors.
\nAnalytical Thinking:\u00a0Evaluating complex bids and interpreting market data to inform purchasing decisions.
\nAttention to Detail:\u00a0Critical for spotting discrepancies in invoices, contracts, or shipping documents to prevent financial loss.
\nCommunication:\u00a0Effective verbal and written skills for liaising between internal departments (Finance, Production) and external suppliers.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":22,"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"_uf_show_specific_survey":0,"_uf_disable_surveys":false,"_promoted":"","_job_location":"Borno","_application":"recruitment@ghaliaid.org","_company_name":"Ghali Humanitarian Aid Initiative (GHAI)","_company_website":"http:\/\/.","_company_tagline":"","_company_twitter":"","_company_video":"","_filled":0,"_featured":0,"_remote_position":0,"_job_salary_currency":"","_job_salary_unit":""},"job-types":[3],"class_list":{"0":"post-19159","1":"job_listing","2":"type-job_listing","3":"status-publish","4":"hentry","5":"job_listing_type-full-time","7":"job-type-full-time"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.jobsinnaija.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/job-listings\/19159","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.jobsinnaija.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/job-listings"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.jobsinnaija.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/job_listing"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.jobsinnaija.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/22"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.jobsinnaija.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=19159"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"job_listing_type","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.jobsinnaija.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fjob-types&post=19159"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}