Simiyu Co-operative Union Limited (SIMCU) is an organization based in Tanzania’s Simiyu region. Recent news indicates that it is an equal opportunity employer that provides supervision and management skills to primary cooperative societies, aiming to improve the economic standards of farmers. Simiyu Co-operative Union aims to become a strong co-operative union that improves the economic standards of farmers and promotes community development in the Simiyu region.

Nature and Scope: The successful candidate will report to the Board of Directors of SIMCU Ltd and administratively to the General Manager. He/She will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing all procurement and supplies activities of the Union in line with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare the annual procurement plan of the Union.
• Prepare procurement entries in accordance with approved tenders.
• Establish requirements for various goods of the Union and maintain ledgers and related records.
• Conduct negotiations for contracts with suppliers and vendors.
• Identify goods requirements and initiate purchase orders.
• Request approval for procurement of identified requirements.
• Process payments to suppliers in accordance with the Union’s payment terms and conditions.
• Coordinate and prepare bidding documents to ensure fair and transparent tendering processes.
• Liaise with stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of goods and services, inspect them upon receipt, and ensure proper storage.
• Recommend measures and procedures to ensure all procurement-related contracts and activities comply with established rules and regulations.
• Ensure all records related to the procurement of goods and services are properly organized and maintained.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned by the supervisor, including custody and management of office assets and supplies.

Qualifications, Knowledge, and Experience:

• At least a Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement and Supplies Management.
• Professional certificate and accreditation in procurement and supplies.
• Must be registered with the Procurement and Supplies Professionals and Technicians Board (PSPTB).
• Minimum of two (2) years working experience in procurement and supplies management.