IGT (NYSE:IGT) is a global leader in gaming. We deliver entertaining and responsible gaming experiences for players across all channels and regulated segments, from Lotteries and Gaming Machines to Sports Betting and Digital. Leveraging a wealth of compelling content, substantial investment in innovation, player insights, operational expertise, and leading-edge technology, our solutions deliver unrivaled gaming experiences that engage players and drive growth. We have a well-established local presence and relationships with governments and regulators in more than 100 countries around the world, and create value by adhering to the highest standards of service, integrity, and responsibility. IGT has approximately 10,500 employees. For more information, please visit www.igt.com.

 

OVERALL OBJECTIVE & PURPOSE

The Procurement Officer is responsible for executing the purchasing and procurement strategies for IGT (Trinidad) within budget, standards, policies and procedures.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

▪ Leads, direct and manage the procurement/ purchasing and stores team and encourages ethical practices and adherence to relevant laws and regulations of all logistic process in support of departmental projects and objectives

▪ Forecasts procurement needs; define purchasing recommendations that support business and strategic goals in collaboration with senior management and other key stakeholders;

▪ Ensures procurement files and a database to track purchasing activity, measurements and expenditure are maintained

▪ Monitors and analyzes trends in company purchases, spending and inventory control and market conditions for future pricing, availability, lead time and capacity of goods and services and also to make recommendations on cost savings and continuous process and systems improvement;

▪ Research and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability, production, and distribution capabilities as well as the reputation and history;

▪ Prepares contracts, proposals and tender documents, specifications an terms of reference for consultancy, technical and contractual services

▪ Provides monthly reports and status updates as required

▪ Plans and coordinate timely delivery of purchases;

▪ Obtains and reviews competitive bids, quotes, and proposals from vendors and contractors; discuss evaluations and review with requesters and subject matter experts, engages the services of external resources and coordination of same

▪ Sources and maintains registered lists of vendors and suppliers of goods and services.

▪ Reviews, evaluates, verifies, and processes invoices and timely preparation of payment requests.

▪ Ensures accurate and timely payment of invoices, as necessary for the business with the supplier and the reconciliation of payables with functional allotments.

▪ Ensures the inventory listing and conduct periodic inventory reconciliations and updates.  

▪ Any other related duties as may be assigned

REQUIREMENTS

ACADEMIC BACKGROUND

• Degree in Purchasing Management/ Procurement

• Training in Procurement/Tendering laws and procedures

• Working knowledge of customs regulations/clearing of goods

• Good Knowledge of materials management

• Any other equivalent combination of qualifications and experience

 

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum five (5) years experience three (3) years of which must be in a related field

 

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Proficient in the use of relevant software applications;

• Detailed oriented;

• Excellent report writing skills;

• Excellent oral and written communication skills;

• Strong organizational and self-management skills.

• Excellent negotiating skills;

• Team player with excellent interpersonal and managerial skills;

• Excellent decision-making skills;

• Ethical, with a high level of integrity;

• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and discretion.

• Ability to take direction and prioritize as needed.

• At all times comply with company policies, procedures and instructions

Keys to Success

• Building collaborative relationships
• Decision making
• Drive results
• Foster innovation
• Personal energy
• Self-leadership

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IGT is committed to sustaining a workforce that reflects the diversity of the global customers and communities we serve, and to creating a fair and inclusive culture that enables all our employees to feel valued, respected and engaged.  IGT is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship, covered veteran status, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable local, state, federal laws or other laws. We thank all applicants for applying; however, only those selected to interview will be contacted.

 

All IGT employees have a role in information security. Annual training will be assigned and required as appropriate.

 

IGT (NYSE: IGT) is the global leader in gaming.  For more information, please visit www.igt.com.