Senior Officer - Purchase

Senior Officer – Purchase Location: Jeetpur, Birgunj, Nepal Position Details Position: Senior Officer – Purchase Number of Vacancies: 1 Location: Jeetpur, Birgunj, Nepal Experience Required: Minimum 4 years Salary: NPR 55,000 per month Industry Preference: FMCG / Manufacturing Key Responsibilities Source suppliers and obtain competitive quotations for required goods and services. Negotiate prices, payment terms, delivery schedules, and commercial conditions with vendors to ensure the best overall value. Issue purchase orders and ensure timely procurement of materials as per operational requirements. Coordinate closely with the Store, Production, Inventory, Finance, and Logistics teams for smooth procurement operations. Follow up on customs clearance and import-related documentation to ensure timely availability of materials. Maintain strong vendor relationships, monitor supplier performance, and resolve issues or discrepancies promptly. Coordinate demand forecasting with internal departments to maintain adequate stock levels. Monitor inventory levels to prevent stockouts, overstocking, and obsolete inventory. Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, internal controls, and applicable import regulations. Maintain accurate and updated records of purchases, contracts, quotations, purchase orders, and supplier communications. Track purchase orders and delivery schedules to ensure timely receipt of materials. Evaluate supplier performance regularly and recommend improvements where required. Manage the complete import procurement cycle, including invoices, packing lists, transportation coordination, and customs clearance documentation. Optimize freight costs, import duties, and overall landed costs of imported materials. Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers to develop a reliable vendor base. Coordinate with the Finance Department for timely submission of documents required for vendor payments. Supervise and guide Purchase Officers to ensure an efficient Purchase Requisition to Purchase Order process. Align procurement planning with store ageing reports to minimize overstock and slow-moving inventory. Required Skills & Competencies Strong negotiation and vendor management skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Sound knowledge of procurement processes, inventory management, and import procedures. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities. Qualification & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Management, or a related field. Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in procurement, purchase, or supply chain functions. Prior experience in FMCG or manufacturing industry will be highly preferred. Experience in import procurement, vendor negotiation, and inventory coordination will be an added advantage. Salary & Benefits The salary for this position is NPR 55,000 per month. Other benefits will be as per company policy. No bar for deserving candidates. #J-18808-Ljbffr