The Health Strategy and Delivery Foundation (HSDF) is a non-profit firm established in December 2013. The organization was established to improve the quality of decision-making and execution in the health sector. HSDF supports key stakeholders at all levels of the government and private sector by providing strong analytical support and deploying innovative frameworks and tools to generate measurable and sustainable results. Our Approach HSDF focuses on evidence, rigor, continuous improvement and results at scale, through substantive engagements that cover conceptual design, long-term strategy and implementation. By doing so, HSDF seeks to address complex and fundamental health system challenges, and ultimately impact the transformation of the health and social sectors in Nigeria and Africa. We focus on improving existing processes and where necessary, deviate from the status quo to introduce transformative and sustainable processes and ideas.
- Job Type: Full Time
- Qualification: BA/BSc/HND
- Experience: 5 years
- Location: Abuja
- Job Field: Procurement / Store-keeping / Supply ChainÂ
Job Summary
- We are looking for a motivated and experienced Procurement Specialist to join our team! As a Procurement Specialist, you will be responsible for assisting with the procurement process, including contract management, contract negotiation, and preparation of purchase orders.
Job Responsibilities
- Review and prepare routine documentation and correspondence related to assigned procurement actions, including, but not limited to identification of potential suppliers and service providers (conduct market surveys), preparation of invitations to bid, bid summaries, purchase orders and/or contracts, simple contractual amendments, renewals; obtain clarifications when necessary.
- Follow-up on purchase orders and contracts. Monitor vendor progress on purchase orders and contracts in the process; verify the quality of service provided and receipt of order confirmation, shipment, and receipt of goods and services, receipt of performance bonds or other necessary documentation; ensure adherence to contract terms.
- Communicate to the Project Team in relation to the assigned procurement actions, and assist with the correct preparation and submission of new procurement requests.
- Review invoices of incoming goods, transportation services, and customs clearance fees for accuracy; bring to the supervisor’s attention any discrepancies which may arise, prior to processing the payment, and translation of the offers/invoices.
- Arrange the delivery of goods to their final destinations.
- Report on the status of procurement actions. Make recommendations on the procurement processes and system for the purpose of enhancement; implement approved changes to procurement processes as requested.
Requirements
- University Degree in Business Administration, International Relations, Economics, Procurement, and other Social Sciences.
- 5 years of experience in procurement support work.
- Good working knowledge of procurement practices, principles, and strategies.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- This position generally requires an individual with exemplary experience, teamwork, strong verbal and written communication skills, strong data analytic skills and a passion for concrete impact in the health sector in Nigeria and beyond.
