Procurement Specialist Job at the Health Strategy and Delivery Foundation


The Health Strategy and Delivery Foundation (HSDF) is a not-for-profit foundation incorporated in 2013 with a mission to improve the quality of decision-making and execution in the health sector through a focus on results at scale, providing analytical support, driving innovation, and substantive engagement with key stakeholders. HSDF is a platform for the implementation of effective ideas and innovative solutions and strives to address complex health systems and developmental challenges through a focus on evidence, rigor, and continuous improvement whether in line with or diverging from the status quo. HSDF works with the Federal and State Governments to improve the effectiveness of health service delivery to strengthen the performance of health systems and ensure a focus on results and outcomes.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Procurement Specialist

Job Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time

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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Good working knowledge of procurement practices, principles, and strategies.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation 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


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