Purchasing Officer

The Purchasing Officer will be responsible for overseeing purchasing activities to ensure goods and services are acquired in a transparent, compliant, and cost-effective manner in accordance with relevant acts and company policies.

Join Wigton Energy Limited, a leader in Jamaica’s renewable energy sector, and help power a sustainable future.

Job Purpose

The Purchasing Officer will be responsible for overseeing purchasing activities to ensure goods and services are acquired in a transparent, compliant, and cost-effective manner in accordance with relevant acts and company policies.

About Wigton

Wigton, listed on the Jamaica Stock Exchange, is a leading pioneer in energy generation in Jamaica, being the largest renewable energy provider in Jamaica and operating the largest wind farm in the English-speaking Caribbean.  Wigton Energy in the prime of its diversification strategy is poised to continue the implementation of clean and renewable energy projects.

Our leadership team is guiding the Company’s vision of being a sustainable and reliable energy solutions provider while expanding through strategic investments.  We are focused on diversifying our energy offerings and are actively seeking new business opportunities and partnerships to enhance shareholder value. The team is dedicated to their mission and embrace learning experiences in the energy sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide advice to management and staff on procurement policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Maintain and update the procurement tracker to ensure accurate and timely records of all purchasing activities
• Maintain and ensure accurate, up-to-date purchasing records and reports.
• Ensure that procurement practices align with the Financial Administration and Audit (FAA) Act, Public Procurement Act, and company policies.
• Prepare and review tender documents.
• Administer tender process from preparation and publishing/advertising of procurement notices to contract signing.
• Act as the Lead Evaluator for tender processes and oversee the evaluation of bids.
• Manage supplier relationships, including assessing supplier reliability, performance, and adherence to contract terms.
• Oversee the procurement and timely delivery of goods, services, and works, ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness.
• Ensure proper storage and inventory management of procured goods.
• Provide training to staff on procurement policies and procedures, ensuring organizational compliance.
• Monitor procurement activities to ensure conformity with the approved Procurement Plan and budget.
• Assist with customs clearance processes for imported goods in collaboration with customs brokers.
• Work collaboratively with accounts payable and other accounting staff to ensure accuracy in finances.
• Assist with the preparation of audit schedules.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Academic Qualification and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Management Studies, Public Administration, Economics, Accounting, or a related field.
• Certification in Public Procurement (e.g., MIND, UNDP/CIPS Level 3, or INPRI Level 4).
• ACCA Level 2 is an asset for candidates with a financial background.
• At least three (3) years of related work experience in the procurement of goods, services, and works.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies

• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant procurement software.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to develop professional business correspondence.
• Good time management, decision-making, organizational skills and a team player.
• High level of confidentiality is required.