Procurement Officer I/II in the Finance Office [Ref. A/625/03]

Duties

1. Act as a Buyer for procurement activities of various service categories with focus on IT service procurement, equipment and facilities management or property related purchase;
2. Work closely with internal users to ascertain procurement needs and specifications, and develop appropriate procurement strategy;
3. Implement full spectrum of procurement activities (including sourcing, supply market analysis, preparation of RFP / Tender / Purchase Order / Contract, review and closing of outstanding orders) and vendor management;
4. Ensure compliance with the University’s policies and procedures; and
5. Assist in ad-hoc procurement initiatives and report analysis to management.

Requirements

1. A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration / Procurement / Supply Chain Management / Information Technology / Construction or related disciplines;
2. At least 4 years’ relevant working experience in sizable organisations with exposure to procurement terms and conditions;
3. Demonstrated knowledge of sourcing techniques, procurement procedures and contract negotiation skills;
4. A highly motivated individual with strong communication skills as well as a positive and a team player attitude;
5. Ability to work closely with other stakeholders within the University;
6. Strong planning, organisation and sourcing techniques with contract management and analytical principles;
7. Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese (including Putonghua); and
8. Proficiency in computer applications (such as MS Word, Excel and Powerpoint) are required. 
9. Knowledge of Oracle e-Procurement and e-Tendering system is preferred.

Candidates with less relevant experience may be considered as Procurement Officer II.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a written test.

(Those who have responded to the previous advertisements need not re-apply.)

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 posts 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 [Fax : 2788 1154 or 3442 0311]. 

To apply, please submit an online application at http://jobs.cityu.edu.hk. Applications will be reviewed on a continuing basis until the positions are filled.  Applications will receive full consideration and only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.  The University’s privacy policy is available on the homepage.

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