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Procurement & Logistics Officer
Project STAR
- Kingston and St. Andrew
- Not disclosed
- Fixed term contract
- Updated 06/01/2025
- HRM
The Procurement & Logistics Officer is responsible for acquiring goods, services from external sources for the organization for the foundation.
The Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica (PSOJ) has made a commitment to leverage its network and contribute to a strategic and targeted intervention aimed at transforming social and economic outcomes for communities across Jamaica. This leading private sector umbrella group seeks to facilitate a collaborative, evidencebased approach to inclusive community development and sustained violence prevention. The approach of the Social Transformation and Renewal Foundation (STAR) is towards effective partnerships, datadriven problem solving, mindset change, community-informed and owned decision making, accurate and timely reporting, and accountable systems of oversight and governance. Project STAR’s ultimate outcome is that as one people, we are working together to transform ourselves and our communities; creating a Jamaica where all are valued, and all can thrive. STAR is aligned with the Ministry of National Security’s (MNS) framework for social and community transformation, and it is anticipated that this alignment will result in collaborations that redound to the benefit of communities, and the nation.
The Procurement & Logistics Officer is responsible for acquiring goods, services from external sources for the organization for the foundation. This role requires a combination of initiative, judgment, coordination, and networking skills to organize the successful acquisition and distribution throughout the organisation. As a procurement and logistics officer, your role involves overseeing the acquisition of goods and services necessary for the operation of an organization, as well as managing the transportation and distribution of those goods. The role requires a combination of initiative, judgment, coordination, networking and administrative skills.
Main Responsibilities include:
1. Procurement:
- Identifying suppliers/vendors and evaluating their products and services.
- Negotiating contracts, prices, and terms with suppliers to ensure favorable terms for the organization.
- Generating purchase orders and managing the procurement process from requisition to delivery, ensuring timely and efficient acquisition of goods or services.
- Maintaining accurate physical & electronic records of purchases, pricing, and other procurement-related data.
- Ensuring that procurement processes comply with company policies and regulations.
- Sourcing Suppliers: Identifying potential suppliers through market research, networking, and negotiations to ensure the best value for money.
- Supplier Relationship Management: Building and maintaining positive relationships with suppliers to foster long-term partnerships and resolve any issues that may arise.
- Cost Management: Monitoring and controlling procurement costs, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and optimizing procurement processes to achieve efficiency and savings.
- Compliance: Ensuring procurement activities comply with relevant laws, regulations, and organizational policies, including ethical and sustainability considerations.
- Inventory Management: Managing inventory level for efficiency.
2. Logistics:
- Coordinating the transportation of goods from suppliers to the organization's offices.
- Optimizing transportation routes and methods to minimize costs and maximize efficiency.
- Resolving any issues or delays in the transportation or delivery process.
3. Collaboration:
- Collaborating with internal departments and finance to understand their procurement and logistics needs.
- Working closely with vendors and suppliers to build and maintain strong relationships.
- Communicating effectively with stakeholders to ensure alignment on procurement and logistics strategies and priorities.
- Organise site visits, secure resources and coordinate all other logistical details to ensure the successful execution of Project STAR events.
4. Compliance and Risk Management:
- Implementing measures to enhance security and reduce the risk of theft, damage, or loss during transportation and storage.
- Inventory management
- Manage asset register
Ref: 00357
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