Procurement Assistant - Porto, Portugal - Associação Fraunhofer Portugal Research

Associação Fraunhofer Portugal Research

Empresa verificada

Porto, Portugal

há 1 semana

Postado por:

João Santos

Recrutador de beBee

Descrição

"Research of Practical Utility"

About Us
Associação Fraunhofer Portugal Research (Fraunhofer Portugal) is a non-profit private organisation founded by the

Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, the largest organisation for applied research in Europe.

Fraunhofer Portugal is dedicated to the promotion and development of applied research in Portugal, aiming at the creation of scientific knowledge capable of generating added value to its clients and partners and exploring technology innovations oriented towards economic growth, the social well-being and the improvement of the quality of life of its end-users.

Fraunhofer Portugal promotes and coordinates the cooperation between its research centres, other research institutions and Industry partners, with the objective of undertaking applied research of direct utility to private and public enterprises and of wide benefit to society.

Role Overview

The main role will be to provide support to the colleagues as well as advice and guidance on a wide range of procurement issues in line with Internal Procurement Procedures and Procurement laws.

The role will be critical in the delivery of day-to day procurement activities of the organisation.

Position:

Procurement Assistant (Purchase & Travel)

Job Ref
:

FhP_Jobs_2023_02

Type of Contract:

Full time employment contract

Location:

Porto, Portugal

Key Responsibilities
Purchase of goods, equipment and services, aligned with internal and applicable procedures, including:

Conduct market consultation to obtain quotations
Assist with managing the administrative process throughout the duration of the preparation of all documentation until the award of the contract
Provide purchased materials to the responsible receiving person and do all actions for completing the process
Maintain appropriated records to ensure that procurement process, decision, and contractual agreement are accurately documented for accountability, funding and audit purposes
Perform other duties related with the above responsibilities, as assigned by supervisor

Book travel arrangements in accordance with internal procedures and legal requirements

Key Competencies

Excellent organisational and time management skills
Strong communication and negotiation skills
Ability to manage deadlines effectively and respond quickly to the team needs
Good analytical and strategic thinking skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Practical cando attitude and maintain strong working relationships
Spirit of initiative, resilience, willingness to learn, autonomy and high sense of responsibility

Academic Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Level national qualifications framework (12o or equivalent) ( _Portaria n.o_
782/2009 de 23 de junho_)

Experience and skills required

Preferably with prior experience in the purchasing sector/department or related role
Experience with customs' clearance is a plus
Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams

What we offer

Excellent work conditions
Being part of the team of one of the most renown applied R&D institutions of the world
Adequate salary (depending on the professional experience and academic degree)
Possibility to adhere to private health insurance plan
Opportunities for further training

Application Process