Procurement Officer, Central Procurement Team in the Finance and Enterprises Office (Ref.: 534768)
The University of Hong Kong has completed a transformational programme for implementation of centralised control and strategic procurement of key-spend items with decentralised transactional purchasing by user departments via eProcurement System to enhance its operational/administrative efficiency and move towards customer orientation whilst maintaining corporate governance. The Finance and Enterprises Office of the University is looking for a procurement practitioner to join its Central Procurement Team.
The Role
The appointee will be required to:
- manage the assigned purchase categories and deliver procurement services within required timeline;
- work with internal departments/faculties to identify contract opportunities by spend analysis, conduct sourcing, prepare Tender or issue RFQ, conduct evaluation (price analysis) and award;
- carry out compliance checking on tender/quotation/ordering process, and advise users on procurement policies & procedures;
- process purchase orders, agreements including cleansing and set-up of catalogue items; and monitor quality of goods and services delivered;
- conduct supplier pre-qualification, performance management and compile reports and analysis; and
- perform administrative tasks, or any projects / duties as assigned
Qualifications and Qualities
Applicants should
- have a recognised degree / diploma preferably in Procurement or Supply Chain Management or related disciplines and preferably with a professional qualification in Procurement (e.g., MCIPS, MIPSHK, CPSM, CPSD);
- have at least three years’ (degree holder) to five (diploma holder) years’ post-qualification procurement experience, preferably in the public sector or sizeable organisations;
- attain minimum Level 2 in 5 subjects in HKDSEE including English Language OR 5 passes in HKCEE including English (Syllabus B), OR equivalent;
- have a good understanding in governance and compliance in the public sector;
- ideally possess “Category Management” knowledge and be proficient in spend data analysis;
- be self-motivated, well-organised and detail-oriented with problem solving skills and the ability to work independently;
- possess good communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with technical and non-technical staff at different levels;
- have a good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese, with knowledge of Putonghua being an advantage; and
- be proficient in MS Office (in particular Excel & PowerPoint) and Chinese word processing, with experience in ERP or eProcurement system (i.e., Oracle Procurement) being an added advantage.
What We Offer
The appointment will be made on fixed-term full-time contract for 2 years, to commence as soon as possible with the possibility of renewal. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, together with contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme, totally up to 10% of basic salary. Other benefits include annual leave and medical benefits. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a written test.
How to Apply
The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until April 27, 2026, or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.
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