CareerFinders, on behalf of our client, an established R&D company specialising in the development of software for telecommunications-related applications with offices in the heart of Nicosia, we are seeking to recruit a Purchasing Officer to join their growing team. The successful applicant will primarily be responsible for ordering various products and services from vendors based on Purchase Order Requests as well as following up with the vendors on shipment and delivery timescales. You will hold previous, demonstrable experience within a similar role and be fluent in both Greek & English. Any previous experience with SAP Business One will be considered an advantage, but not essential. 

Key Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Create and monitor Purchase Orders (POs) in the SAP B1 system according to the signed purchase requests.
• Follow up with vendors daily to ensure that products are shipped and delivered on promised dates and update SAP B1 accordingly.
• Coordinate with Storekeeper and Helpdesk for deliveries of products.
• Check the prices on invoices received by vendors against the original POs placed.
• Support the Accounts team on the correct posting of the costs.
• Support the Accounts team on the payment of the suppliers.
• Take quotations to cover the needs of the company in new assets or consumables.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes, policies, and systems.
• Responsible for the filling of all orders.
• Periodic preparation of reports for open POs in the SAP B1 system and follow-up to solve any issues.
• Other duties as assigned by Purchasing/Finance.

Key Skills/Experience: 

• University degree in Business, Economics, Supply Chain Management, or other relevant equivalent studies.
• Previous experience in a similar Purchasing role is a must.
• Very good knowledge of English and Greek is essential.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to multi-task, communicate progress and meet deadlines.
• Notable organizational and administrative skills, including the ability to manage priorities.
• Working experience with SAP Business One will be considered an advantage, but not essential.

To apply for this vacancy, please send your CV, along with any covering letter to jobs@careerfinders.com.cy quoting the reference number CAR6206. Please note that due to the high volumes of applications received only shortlisted applicants will be responded to. By sending us your CV you are giving CareerFinders your consent to be contacted for this and any other suitable vacancies that we believe match your skills and experience. To view our privacy policy, please click www.careerfinders.com.cy/privacy-policy.