Senior Manager - OPEX Procurement

Strategic Sourcing & Category Management (OPEX)

• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans for all OPEX categories
  MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations): Spares, consumables, lubricants, tools.
• Conduct detailed spend analysis, market research, and supplier intelligence to identify cost-saving opportunities and mitigate supply chain risks.
• Lead the end-to-end procurement process from RFP/RFQ generation, bid analysis, technical and commercial negotiation, to contract finalization.

2. Vendor Management & Contract Negotiation

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard high-quality, reliable, and cost-effective suppliers for all OPEX requirements.
• Negotiate complex commercial contracts, service level agreements (SLAs), and terms to achieve optimal value, favorable pricing, and long-term security of supply.1
  
• Establish and manage a robust Vendor Performance Management system, tracking KPIs like delivery reliability, quality, and service responsiveness.
• Develop strategic partnerships with key suppliers to foster innovation and collaborative cost-reduction initiatives (e.g., VAVE - Value Analysis/Value Engineering).

3. Cost Optimization & Budgeting

• Drive aggressive cost-reduction targets for all managed spend categories without compromising quality or operational effectiveness.
• Prepare, manage, and monitor the annual OPEX procurement budget, ensuring adherence to financial plans and reporting variances to senior management.
• Implement total cost of ownership (TCO) models to evaluate purchasing decisions beyond the initial price.

4. Cross-Functional Collaboration & Compliance

• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders (Production, Finance, HR, IT, Administration) to understand their specific needs and align procurement strategies with organizational goals.
• Ensure all procurement activities adhere to company policies, ethical guidelines, and legal/regulatory requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes, leveraging technology (e.g., SAP MM module or other ERP/e-Procurement systems) for automation and efficiency.

5. Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of procurement professionals, setting clear objectives and performance targets.2
  
• Promote a culture of excellence, negotiation expertise, and ethical practices within the team.
• Expertise in Strategic Sourcing and Category Management for OPEX goods and services.

* Strong knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., SAP MM) and e-procurement tools.

* Advanced Negotiation and Contract Management skills.

* Excellent Cost Analysis and TCO modeling capabilities.

Soft Skills

* Strong Leadership and People Management abilities.

* Exceptional Communication and Stakeholder Management skills.

* Analytical and Problem-Solving mindset.

* High level of Integrity and Professional Ethics.