Purchasing Agent (Contract)

To procure materials, equipment, supplies and services to support cost effective operations.

• Reviews customers' requisitions and processes purchase orders in SAP to procure. materials and services at the most favourable price consistent with requirements for quantity, quality, and delivery to support the corporate and field locations.
• Acquires materials, equipment and supplies as requested.
• Researches and evaluates suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability, production and distribution capabilities and the supplier’s reputation and history.
• Supports the development and establishment of strategic sourcing agreements.
• Supports the development and coordination of a contractor/vendor qualification database.
• Coordinates efforts in materials and equipment bidding.
• Negotiates, executes and administers contracts (purchase orders & outline agreements), leases and national contracts.
• Performs market analysis and research for evaluating and selecting new suppliers.
• Networks with internal and external customers and suppliers to derive beneficial relationship for the Company.
• Reviews, evaluates, and recommends changes to policies, procedures and practices related to procurement of materials, equipment and supplies.
• Undertakes any other assignments required from time to time, to fulfil the job purpose.