Assistant Procurement Manager in the Finance Office [Ref. A/837/03]

Duties

1. Work with a team of Procurement Officers and be responsible for the procurement activities of various service categories, on-campus services and insurance contract management;
2. Work closely with internal users to ascertain procurement needs and develop specification, as well as appropriate procurement strategy;
3. Process the full spectrum of procurement activities (including sourcing and supply market analysis, preparation of request for proposal/tender/purchase order/contract, review and closing of outstanding orders, vendor management, and report analysis);
4. Ensure compliance with the University's policies and procedures and maintain good record trail of transactions; and
5. Assist in ad-hoc procurement, on-campus services, insurance initiatives and report analysis.

Requirements

1. A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Marketing/Procurement/Supply Chain Management or related disciplines;
2. At least 8 years’ relevant working experience with a minimum of 5 years’ supervisory experience in sizable organisation with exposure to procurement and commercial terms and conditions;
3. Demonstrated knowledge of sourcing techniques, procurement procedures and contract negotiation skills;
4. A high-motivated individual and a good team player with positive attitude, excellent communication skills and ability to work independently;
5. Proven ability to work closely with stakeholders; strong planning and sourcing techniques with contract management and analytical principles;
6. Good understanding and experience in corporate governance and compliance; and
7. Proficiency in using Excel and other Office applications, and good command of written and spoken English and Chinese (including Putonghua) are required.
8. Experience in commodity/category management, on-campus services and insurance contract management as well as Oracle e-Procurement system and e-Tendering system is preferred.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a written test.

Salary and Conditions of Service

Remuneration package will be highly competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Appointment will be made on a fixed-term contract; fringe benefits include gratuity, leave, medical and dental schemes.

Information and Application

Further information on the post and the University is available at http://www.cityu.edu.hk, or from the Human Resources Office, City University of Hong Kong, Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong [Email : hrojob@cityu.edu.hk/Fax : 2788 1154 or 3442 0311].

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