SENIOR PROCUREMENT OFFICER

We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Senior Procurement Officer to manage the sourcing and acquisition of our core product lines, specifically water tanks, pumps, and related equipment. This role balances international importing with local purchasing to ensure optimal inventory levels, while overseeing stock take management to guarantee inventory accuracy and minimize variances.

Key Responsibilities

. Global Sourcing & Importing: Overseas vendor management, international contract negotiation, coordinating logistics/customs clearance for imported water tanks and pumps, valves & various technical equipment.

. Local Purchasing: Sourcing regional components, emergency stock, and operational supplies to maintain business continuity and support local supplier relationships.

. Stock Take Management: Leading regular stock takes, cycle counts, and inventory reconciliations; analysing variances between physical stock and ERP records to implement corrective actions.

. Supplier Management: Establishing KPIs, conducting regular performance evaluations, and resolving supplier delivery or quality issues.

. Inventory & Cost Optimization: Developing spend models and demand forecasts to minimize inventory carrying costs while preventing stockouts.

Qualifications

. Experience: 5+ Years in procurement or supply chain management, ideally within the industrial equipment, plumbing, or water utility sectors.

. Skills: Strong negotiation, contract management, inventory auditing, and proficiency with ERP/inventory software.

. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field (CPSM or CIPS certification a plus)

If this sounds like you, and you enjoy a challenging job, then please send your CV with cover letter, supporting documents, current driver’s licence & contact details to;

The General Manager
Southern Cross Pumps Ltd

PO Box 498

Port Moresby

Email: [email protected]

Applications close: 30^th June, 2026.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.