Job Description

FINANCE OFFICE

Purchasing Manager (25260606)

The appointee is expected to perform daily procurement duties including but not limited to the followings:

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Senior Purchasing Manager in the management of the procurement function;
• Supervise the Assistant Purchasing Officers / Purchasing Officers for the daily routine procurement tasks;
• Ensure proper internal control and governance of the procurement function;
• Review and monitor the tender and quotation processes, ensure timely delivery of procurement of goods and services for various administrative offices, schools and faculties;
• Conduct procurement analyses, compile management reports and board papers;
• Liaise with internal departments and suppliers for implementing cost-effective purchasing initiatives or special projects; and
• Any other procurement and administration duties assigned by the Senior Purchasing Manager.

Requirements:

• A recognised bachelor’s degree or above with at least 8 years relevant working experience of which five years in supervisory role is essential;
• Proven experience in a sizeable procurement organisation is a must, and prior engagement in the educational institutions is preferred;
• Professional qualification in procurement or supply chain management is a definite advantage;
• Possess a can-do attitude, pleasant personality, impeccable integrity, excellent communication and problem-solving skills;
• Be well-organised, proactive and service-oriented; and
• Able to work both independently and as a good team player.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a written test.

The initial appointment will be offered on a fixed-term contract of two years. Re-appointment thereafter will be subject to mutual agreement and availability of funding.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Application Procedure:

Applicants are invited to submit their applications at the HKBU e-Recruitment System. Those who are not invited for interview 8 weeks after submission of application may consider their applications unsuccessful. Details of the University's Personal Information Collection Statement can be found at https://hro.hkbu.edu.hk/en/worklife-at-hkbu/employee-favourable-environment.html#privacy-policy.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, and the appointment will be made according to the terms and conditions applicable at the time of offer.

Review of applications is ongoing until the position is filled.