MA students and graduates of the University of Georgia have an opportunity to apply for a purchase specialist position at one of the distributor companies.

Main responsibilities:

·       Create, plan, and implement product procurement procedures, processes and policies;

·       Procurement planning and budgeting based on the company's strategic, marketing and sales plans;

·       Communication with new and existing suppliers/brands;

·       Timely execution of accurate orders and optimal purchases;

·       Ensure transportation of products to the company's warehouse within the pre-determined deadlines;

·       Periodic communication with contractors to improve contract management and terms;

·       Monitor services (products/transportation) performed by contractors, time and quality control;

·       Production and delivery of documentation related to procurement and transportation of products, including documents required for customs declaration of import, to the Finance Department;

·       Periodic analysis of purchased product/service prices;

·       Procurement analysis, monitoring of product shortages and surpluses and consideration in the procurement planning process;

·       Supervise and ensure the implementation of innovations and innovative practices in the field internationally;

·       If necessary, reporting to the immediate supervisor and the finance department.

Qualification requirements:

·       Education in finances, economics, or business administration;

·       Minimum 2 years work experience in purchasing field;

·       High level knowledge of foreign languages (especially English language);

·       Knowledge of Georgian tax law is desirable;

·       Knowledge of office software (especially MC Excel);

·       Work experience in 1C program is desirable.

Please, send your CV via email to: career@ug.edu.ge   till March 6, 2022. In the Subject line please indicate – Purchase specialist.

For additional information please contact the Office of Student Employment Support (address: UG 4th Building, Office #111 (first floor) career@ug.edu.ge Tel: 255 22 22, where you will be able to obtain assistance in improving your resume, preparing for an interview, and obtaining skills necessary to better present yourself to a potential employer.