Procurement Manager (Kingston, Jamaica) - National Irrigation Commission Limited

 National Irrigation Commission Limited

Career Opportunity

Procurement Manager

Job Summary

Under the general direction of the Director-Finance and Corporate Planning, the Procurement Manager is responsible to ensure the procurement and timely delivery of goods and services as requested within the guidelines of Government Procurement Policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Provide advice and guidance to the CEO, Senior Executives and Managers on procurement policies and procedures.
• Monitor and ensure that NIC Procurement practices conform to the financial Administration and audit (FAA) Act.
• Adhere to Government procurement guidelines and ensure implementation of changes.
• Procure quality goods and services on a competitive basis and ensure proper storage of goods delivered.
• Prepare annual Procurement Plan and Budget.
• Manage and control the procurement process to ensure compliance with the objectives/principles and procurement guidelines.
• Monitor and certify critical activities concerning the following: Purchase Orders, Receipting, Invoicing, Payment Orders, Commitment Vouchers and Reconciliation of accounts.
• Ensure allocation of funds to meet the planned expenditure prior to initiating the procurement process and provide guidance in establishing priorities for the allocation of resources.
•  Secure approvals for related exemptions from the relevant authorities: Tax Compliance (TCC) from TAJ; Clearance letters from National Housing Trust (NHT) NS National Insurance Scheme (NIS).
• Liaise with representatives of funding Agencies and Government Departments on matters relating to purchases and external payments for goods  to ensure that established guidelines, rules and regulations are adhered to
• Liaise with Custom Brokers to ensure that imported goods are cleared from wharves and airports on time and in accordance with established Government Regulations.
• Produce Procurement reports for internal submissions and external reporting to the relevant Government Departments.
• Maintain inventory of all items procured and monitor re-order levels to minimize delays, extravagance and waste.
• Manage the production of procurement/client contracts.
• Attend meetings of Procurement and other management committees.
• Manage and develop staff assigned and related personnel matters.

Minimum Requirements for the Position:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Management Studies, Public Administration or related field of study.
• Certification in Procurement and Supplies Management.
• A minimum of five (5) years' working experience in a managerial/supervisory position involving Procurement and Supplies Management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications with advanced skills with Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent Interpersonal and Team-building skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Capacity to lead, supervise and influence others to achieve outcomes within tight deadlines. 
• Flexibility to work outside regular working hours.

The selected candidate must be in possession of a reliable motor vehicle to facilitate traveling to District offices.

Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter along with a detailed resume no later than May 20, 2022 to: 

The Manager,

Human Resources and Industrial Relations,

National Irrigation Commission Limited,

P.O. Box 631,

Kingston 6,

Or email: hr@nicjamaica.com

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.