Stores Administrator (m/f/o)

Tasks

• Plan, direct and coordinate the procurement activities of a mechanical, electrical and plumbing installations stores
  
• Oversee purchases and develop new contracts
  
• Follow procurement procedures, maintain an updated list of current and incoming inventory, and be responsible for approving purchases
  
• Manage all the procurement related activities for the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing divisions
  
• Track the most reliable and cost-effective suppliers
  
• Negotiate with external vendors to secure the most advantageous terms.
  
• Finalise details of orders and deliveries
  
• Examine and re-evaluate existing contracts to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness
  
• Foresee alterations in the comparative negotiating ability of suppliers and clients
  
• Perform risk management regarding supply contracts and agreements.
  
• Control spend and build a culture of long-term saving on procurement costs
  
• Identify new suppliers
  
• Conduct the appropriate stock takes of those consumables and tools on site and the main stores
  
• Keep an accurate inventory of all tools 
  
• Be able to conduct weekly usage against stock inspections on the different sites and main stores
  
• Keeping up to date on a day-to-day basis all the relevant inputting of all incoming and outgoing invoices respectively
  
  
   

Requirements

• A degree in Supply Chain Management or equivalent though not necessary will be considered as an asset
  
• Driving license is compulsory
  
• Proven track record of working in such an environment is essential
  
• Other Certifications in stores management or similar will also be considered
  
• Computer literate and fully conversant with Microsoft Office applications
  
• Good knowledge of sourcing and procurement techniques
  
• Strong negotiation and effective networking skills
  
• Aptitude in decision-making, working with numbers and analysing data
  
• Capable of working well under pressure and being result oriented
  
• Always operate with integrity and objectivity
   
  

Joana Martins