Job Details

Job Description

POSITION: EXPEDITOR x1 – PERMANENT

The position reports to the Inventory Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Expedite orders as well as monitoring the Completion and archiving of purchasing documentation.
• Facilitate flow of material between various departments and suppliers.
• Track orders from placement through delivery.
• Liaise with vendors/suppliers, buying team and requisitioners to ensure timely delivery of goods/material as well as coordinating with the requisitioners.
• Partner with receiving department for subsequent engagement via the supplier management process.
• Collaborate with Contracts Manager and vendor maintenance personnel to assess performance of suppliers and vendors as well as identify solutions for ongoing challenges.
• Liaise with creditors regarding order queries and other related Procure-to-Pay concerns.
• Retain all expedite reports and documentation for reference and auditing.
• Monitoring performance of on-site vendors and where necessary escalating to the Contracts Manager should discrepancies be identified.
• Ensure compliance is achieved through rigorous engagement with group and internal audit.
• Adhere to Illovo’s procedures, policies, and guidelines, including, without limitation, those relating to SHERQ, Competition Law and Anti-Bribery and Corruption (ABC). Minimum specifications / Requirements areas.

Minimum Requirements

• Full Grade 12 Certificate.
• Diploma in Purchasing and Supply/ ZIPS/ CIPS / Business Administration/Management or equivalent.
• 2 years’ experience in General stores or Procurement.
• Working knowledge of Inventory technology systems is an added advantage.
• Strong communication skills with experience in engaging with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Member of Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply (ZIPS).

Should you be interested in applying for any of the roles, please submit your detailed CV, copies of relevant qualifications, relevant professional accreditation, registrations and ID/Passport for the attention of the HR Business Partner to [email protected] clearly stating the role applied for in the subject line.
Closing date for applications: COB 8th January 2024.

Applicants may be required to complete pre-employment checks (qualification, credit, security, background, and medical assessments) as part of the recruitment process where applicable.