This role contributes to cost savings, timely delivery, and efficient resource utilization, directly impacting on customer satisfaction and operational performance.
1) Freight Coordination
- Request and assess freight quotes from forwarders to confirm cost-efficient options
- Carry out freight cost evaluations.
- Support in monitoring logistics activities.
2) Procurement & Supplier Management
- Seek out quotations and obtain approval.
- Generate and follow up on purchase orders within the specified timelines.
- Source suppliers that are cost-effective while ensuring adherence to quality requirements.
- Issue and track purchase orders according to the agreed-upon timelines.
- Negotiate delivery schedules and terms in line with company policy.
- Promptly address supplier-related issues to prevent disruptions.
3) Accounts & Invoice Processing
- Receive, verify, and process supplier invoices against the corresponding purchase orders and delivery notes.
- Ensure that approved invoices are submitted to the Finance department in a timely manner for payment.
- Prepare and issue accurate client invoices that reflect deliveries and service agreements.
- Keep organized records of all local supplier and client invoices to facilitate audits and compliance requirements.