"Assistant Purchasing Officer (Purchasing and Support Services Section)"

Hong Kong, China

Job Description

FINANCE OFFICE

Assistant Purchasing Officer (Purchasing and Support Services Section) (25260478)

The appointee is expected to perform daily procurement duties including but not limited to the followings: 

Responsibilities:

• Order processing, invitations to tender, sourcing of goods and services, quotation analyses;
• Arrange and execute central tenders/quotations in compliance with University’s policies and regulations;
• Coordinate closely with various user departments to finalise the tender specifications and requirements to fulfill users’ purchase requisitions;
• Source potential suppliers for different products and services for tenders/quotations;
• Conduct tender and quotation invitations, price analysis and reports etc;
• Make use of the University’s E-tender System for tenders/quotations, and Oracle System to issue purchase orders;
• Arrange and attend site visits, tender interviews to deliver clear and precise tender requirements to suppliers and/or contractors;
• Coordinate insurance compensation cases and serving as the primary liaison with the insurance company to ensure timely claims processing, accurate documentation, and compliance with statutory requirements;
• Coordinate in furniture supply and security systems etc; and
• Assist the Purchasing Manager for any other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• An associate’s degree or a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement or related disciplines with preferably one year of relevant work experience;
• Good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese;
• Proficiency in MS Word and Excel;
• A strong analytical mind and sense of commitment;
• Good initiative and interpersonal skills; and 
• Knowledge of Oracle Financials System and qualified membership in procurement management are definite advantages.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a written test.

The initial appointment will be offered on a fixed-term contract of two years. Re-appointment thereafter will be subject to mutual agreement and availability of funding.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Application Procedure:

Applicants are invited to submit their applications at the HKBU e-Recruitment System. Those who are not invited for interview 8 weeks after submission of applications may consider their applications unsuccessful. Details of the University's Personal Information Collection Statement can be found at https://hro.hkbu.edu.hk/en/worklife-at-hkbu/employee-favourable-environment.html#privacy-policy.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, and the appointment will be made according to the terms and conditions applicable at the time of offer.

Review of applications is ongoing until the position is filled.

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Job Info

• Job Identification 25260478
• Posting Date 02/11/2026, 01:40 AM
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
• Job Schedule Full time