• Coordinate with clients for strategic procurement planning and provide advice on sourcing options, methods, timeline, supply market, potential bottlenecks, and mitigation measures.
• Handle end-to-end procurement process including preparation of bid documents, bid issuance, bid evaluation, and contract negotiation.
• Organize and facilitate pre-bid meetings and site inspections with user-sections, and discussions on procurement and contract related issues.
• Negotiate with suppliers for best prices, terms and conditions, follow-up on origin and destination charges and marine insurance.
• Monitor and keep track of procurement activities at all stages and provide regular statistics.
• Provide administrative support during audit review and the implementation of relevant audit action plans.
• Support the Secretary of the Institutional Procurement Committee for contract awards for Field Offices.
• Provide fit-for-purpose, corporate procurement advice, training and instructions to Field Offices based on established guidelines and procedures.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement of processes and promote efficiency, innovation, and collaboration.
• Perform other tasks that may be assigned and reflected in your workplan.
  
  

• Bachelor's degree in law, business administration, accounting, computer science, engineering, or related fields; preferably with advanced training. Recognized procurement certification (e.g., CIPS, CPSM) is advantageous.
• At least 5 years' relevant experience in procurement and contract management of works, goods and services, including at least 3 years' of experience with an international organization's procurement procedures, e-procurement systems, service contracts, and service level agreements.
• Experience in procurement for construction and fit-out projects.
• Knowledge of relevant software used in the procurement process and record management.
• Proficient in handling procurement and contracts covering wide range of commonly used or specialized items.
• Experience managing confidential information with utmost care and experience organizing and managing multiple tasks.
• Liaise and work with staff within own work location and throughout ADB and able to work with teams as a constructive team member.
• Experience working with individuals from different cultural/national backgrounds.
• Excellent command of written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for Technical Local grade 4.
  
  

• Paid leave (including parental)
• Medical and health benefits
• Life and other insurance plans
• Staff development
• Retirement plan
  
  

Please refer to job description.