Senior Procurement Manager

Role & responsibilities

Experience

Preferred Industry

Essential skills and qualifications-

1. Engineering graduate- Preferred
2. Strong negotiation, leadership, and analytical skills.
3. Deep understanding of market dynamics, supply chain management, and risk management.
4. Experience in developing and executing procurement strategies.
5. Ability to manage teams and collaborate across different departments.
6. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. 

Responsibilities

1. Strategic development-

   Develop, implement, and manage procurement strategies, policies, and procedures that align with business goals. 

2. Supplier management-

   Identify, evaluate, and select new suppliers, and build and maintain strong, strategic relationships with existing ones. 

3. Negotiation-

   Lead contract and tender negotiations to secure favorable terms, pricing, and service level agreements. 

4. Cost and risk management-

   Analyze market trends to find cost-saving opportunities, monitor spending, and develop strategies to mitigate supply chain risks. 

5. Team leadership-

   Manage, mentor, and motivate the procurement team, delegating tasks and overseeing performance. 

6. Compliance-

   Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, industry regulations, and relevant laws. 

7. Internal collaboration-

   Work with other departments, such as finance and operations, to understand their needs and ensure the procurement process is efficient and aligned with demand. 

8. Performance monitoring-

   Monitor and report on procurement activities, supplier performance, and key performance indicators (KPIs). 

Preferred candidate profile

1. Engineering graduate- Preferred

Experience

Preferred Industry

Essential skills and qualifications-

1. Engineering graduate- Preferred
2. Strong negotiation, leadership, and analytical skills.
3. Deep understanding of market dynamics, supply chain management, and risk management.
4. Experience in developing and executing procurement strategies.
5. Ability to manage teams and collaborate across different departments.
6. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.