Procurement Officer Salaries at Kiambu County Government, Kenya

A procurement officer is someone responsible for evaluating supplies, products, and services, negotiating contracts, and ensuring that approved purchases are cost-efficient and of high quality.

Duties of a Procurement Officer

• Product purchases
• Evaluating supply options
• Data handling
• Maintaining positive supplier relations
• Staff supervision
• Maintaining accurate records

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in supply management, finance, or business, or another technical field.

Skills

• Strategic thinking
• Improve Supplier Relationships.
• Strong negotiation skills
• Financial Skills
• time-management
• Great relationship management

Common Procurement Officer Interview Questions

• What approach and definition do you apply to purchasing?
• How do you decide if you need a contract for a purchase or not?
• Which procurement problem are you currently facing and what solution have you applied?
• Describe your negotiation skills and tactics
• What are some appropriate remedies for a supplier's failure to perform?
• Can you describe an experience in buying or selling, you successfully coordinated its activities?