The Senior Procurement Officer is responsible for overseeing and managing the procurement process within FINCA Uganda. She/He will be responsible for procuring goods and services that align with the organization’s objectives while ensuring strict compliance with procurement policies and procedures and will be the key driver of strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, contract negotiation, and cost-effective procurement practices.

Developing and implementing procurement plans and strategies for the bank in line with organizational objectives.
Preparing procurement documentation such as Requests for Quotations (RFQs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and tenders.
Analyzing supplier bids and proposals and making recommendations for awarding contracts.
Monitoring and tracking the procurement process from initiation to completion to ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
Implementing Strategic Procurement including sourcing strategy, vendor selection and evaluation, quality management, and performance measurement.
Implementing Strategic Sourcing to conduct research to ascertain best products and suppliers related to best value, delivery schedules and quality.
Identifying potential suppliers, visiting existing suppliers, and building and maintaining good relationships.
Reviewing purchase terms and conditions; negotiating vendor purchase orders and contracts.
Generating purchase orders, maintaining accuracy of purchasing and inventory systems and records
Preparing and managing the procurement budget, working with other departments to identify procurement needs and prioritizing procurement activities.
Monitoring vendor progress on purchase order and contracts in process; verifying quality of service provided and adherence to contract terms.
Ensuring compliance with procurement policies and procedures, including maintaining proper documentation of procurement processes.