Job Title: Procurement Officer (2 Positions)

Organization: MRC/UVRI Uganda Research Unit on AIDS

Location: Entebbe, Uganda

Job Type: Full-time

Application Deadline: Apply Now

ABOUT THE COMPANY

The MRC/UVRI & LSHTM Uganda Research Unit is an internationally recognized center of excellence for research on HIV infection and related diseases. The organization contributes knowledge on the evolving epidemic, evaluates innovative healthcare options, and actively develops health policies and practices in Africa and worldwide.

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking two dynamic individuals to join our team as Procurement Officers. The successful candidates will be responsible for providing efficient procurement services for the Unit. They will employ global best procurement practices, ensuring the procurement of goods and services both locally and internationally, while upholding the highest standards of ethical conduct and compliance with Unit policies and financial governance.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field (CIPS qualification, minimum Level 5).
• Master’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field (an added advantage).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in procurement or a supply chain role with significant purchasing exposure.
• 2 years of experience in an analytical role, working with spreadsheets, analyzing data, and producing reports.
• Experience working with an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.
• Intermediate level user of Microsoft Excel.
• Good knowledge of standard workplace IT tools, including computers, scanners, and Windows Office.
• Understanding of international trade, logistics, laws, practices, and Uganda customs requirements.
• Exemplify integrity with zero tolerance for unethical acts.
• Client orientation – always putting oneself in the client’s shoes.
• Innovation – constantly developing new or improved approaches.
• Quick learner – quickly picks up and applies new information on the job.
• Results-focused – looks for ways to achieve results, not excuses why results cannot be achieved.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and execute annual procurement plans.
• Manage procurement categories.
• Conduct contracting and vendor management.
• Support provision of procurement updates.
• Champion compliance with unit procurement and financial policies and standards.
• Drive continuous improvement.
• Support the logistics process for imports.
• Support procurement performance reporting.
• Provide support to the Head of Procurement and Procurement Associate.
• Financial Management – comply with all Unit Financial and Procurement policies and SOPs.
• LSHTM Integration – participate positively and proactively in integrating and harmonizing procedures across all LSHTM sites.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Reporting
• Import and export documents
• Logistics planning and management
• Procurement
• Purchasing
• Stock and inventory management
• Communication

REQUIRED EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.

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