Procurement Officer

Generations For Peace is supporting one of its partners, the Jordan Olympic Committee, in recruiting for the following position: ​

Jordan Olympic Committee:

The Jordan Olympic Committee (JOC) is the governing body for sports in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. Founded in 1957, the JOC became the nurturing body for 34 Olympic and non-Olympic sports federations in the kingdom, laying down the foundation and trail to develop and rise up with the state of sports in Jordan.

• Careful planning led by HRH Prince Feisal bin Al Hussein enabled the JOC to develop the sports scene in Jordan with both consistency and vision positioning Jordan as a key, medal winning participant in all the major sports events both regionally and internationally .
• Administrative efforts by the JOC were praised by the international sports community pinpointing Jordan as a healthy and worthy host for numerous Arab, Asian and international sporting events and championships such as the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in 2016.
• Recognizing Jordan’s efforts in reshaping and bettering the sports scene both regionally and internationally, HRH Prince Feisal Al Hussein, President of the Jordan Olympic Committee (JOC) was elected as a member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) in 2010 among other honorary positions.
• Given the role played and demonstration of the highest levels of commitment to sports betterment, Dr Jacques Rogge, President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) named the Jordan Olympic Committee (JOC) in “the world’s Top 10%” Olympic Committees, cementing the Jordan Olympic Committee and its efforts as a role model raising standards in the sports world and a key player in the future of sports.
• Friendship, balance, aspiration excellence and respect are values we live by and teach our athletes at the JOC. These values serve us well in our role to prepare our nation’s finest competitors, working hand in hand with all sports federations in the kingdom to lead the best sportsmen and women who will go on to compete at the greatest sporting competition in the world.
• The Jordan Olympic Committee (JOC) is a non-profit organization that represents the strong, independent voice for Jordanian Olympic Sport and the place for all aspiring athletes to better themselves and grow while representing Jordan all around the world.

Job Summary

The Procurement Officer identifies, evaluates, and purchases the goods and services needed by the Jordan Olympic Committee. This begins with determining the specific needs of each department, searching for suitable suppliers, comparing their offers, and negotiating the best prices and terms.

Key Responsibilities

1. Identifying Needs:
   • Accurately understand the requirements of each department and define the technical specifications for the necessary goods and services.
2. Supplier Search:
   • Identify reliable suppliers capable of providing the required products at the appropriate quality and price.
3. Evaluation and Comparison:
   • Compare different supplier offers to select the best option in terms of price, quality, payment terms, and delivery conditions.
4. Order Tracking:
   • Monitor orders from issuance to delivery, ensuring they meet the required specifications and are delivered on time.
5. Inventory Management:
   • Effectively manage inventory to prevent shortages or excess stock of materials.
6. Quality Control:
   • Ensure that products and materials meet the required standards and quality specifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Management, Accounting, Logistics, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in procurement.
• Proficiency in procurement-related software, such as Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software.
• Strong proficiency in English.

Professional Competencies

• Strong negotiation skills with suppliers to secure the best prices and terms.
• Ability to analyze procurement data and information to make informed decisions.
• Effective communication skills to interact with various departments and suppliers.
• Strong planning and organizational skills for managing purchasing processes and tasks.
• Problem-solving abilities to address any challenges that may arise during the purchasing process.
• Attention to detail and precision in executing tasks.

Personal Competencies

• Adaptability to changes and challenges in a dynamic work environment.
• Strong sense of responsibility and ability to make the right decisions.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Capability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Team-oriented, with excellent collaboration skills and the ability to work well with others.
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