Procurement Officer
The Trinidad and Tobago Special Economic Zones Authority is the enabling agency to facilitate, provide strategic support and aid sustainable investment, both foreign and local, in order to enhance diversification, economic growth and further economic development in Trinidad and Tobago. To this end, SEZA is seeking to recruit suitably qualified candidates for the following contract position:
PROCUREMENT OFFICER
JOB SUMMARY
The Procurement Officer reports to the Manager, Operations and will be responsible for all purchases undertaken by the SEZA in conformity with the Procurement Act. The Procurement Officer shall, together with the Manager, Legal Services, and Manager, Operations develop the various Requests for Proposals, Assessment Protocols, Awards and Contracts.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Fully understands the requirements of the Procurement Legislation to ensure rigorous adherence to procurement policies and regulations within the SEZA to support efficient operations and sustainable development goals;
- Develops and gains approval of the various Requests for Proposal, Assessment Methodology, and the award of contracts in conjunction with the Manager, Legal Services;
- Fulfils purchase requests in accordance with requirements while ensuring timely fulfilment of requests;
- Effects the sourcing and acquisition of goods and services with a main view of delivering cost-effectiveness;
- Manages vendor relationships and evaluates supplier performance.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Master’s Degree in Business Administration or equivalent discipline
- Three (3) to five (5) years’ experience within the Procurement function
Interested applicants must submit their resumes together with copies of academic certificates no later than FRIDAY DECEMBER 14, 2024 at 4:00pm.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.