Assistant Procurement Manager

Job Description For Assistant Procurement Manager
·To purchase all food and non-food items for the operational needs.

·Knows the market and seeks constant information about changes (prices, products available, etc.)

·Knows all importing procedures, purchasing dispositions and receiving procedures.

·Has to purchase the best quality of goods available (according to the management) at the best price possible. If necessary he/she involves the relevant Department Head or GM into negotiations with suppliers.

·Compares quality and prices permanently between the suppliers.

·Keeping of the filing cabinet with all information such as supplier, price, quantity, etc. constantly up-dated.

·Places only orders where a duly signed purchase request from the General Manager exists.

·Is responsible to get at least 3 or more quotations on each purchase request.

·Takes advice from the Executive Chef or other Department Heads in regard of quality and quantity.

·Samples of goods he/she has to pass to the involved departments.

·Works close together with the store keeper and ensures store space of delivered goods and dispositions of goods (FIFO systems to adhere).

·Goes personally to the markets to be aware of shortages, recent price changes and seasonal situations. (Market survey)

·Keeps the management constantly informed about all happenings in the market concerning the business.

·Is personally responsible that needed goods are delivered in time.

·Is not allowed to take any commissions, personal advantages or gifts offered by any supplier.

·Submits ideas, alternatives and new products to the management according to the company policy.

·Well awareness of Fire, Life, Health & Safety policies, procedures and regulations as they are related to materials management. And thorough with HACCP compliances.