Procurement Manager Job at Epic Business Resources Limited

Procurement Manager  

JOB PURPOSE

The Procurement Manager oversees the procurement function within the organisation, providing leadership and management support to the team, management and user departments, ensuring core functions are managed to deliver on business goals effectively and efficiently

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Plans, coordinates and directs the procurement activities within the organisation, including implementing Global and Local procurement policies and plans
Coordinates the procurement process within the organisation for materials/services as per requirements
Conducts commercial studies to establish market conditions, price trends and formulate future markets trends to enable the business obtain reasonable rates
Identifies metrics, tools and process to optimize sourcing, supplier activities and efficiencies
Work closely with user departments teams to support the establishment of materials/services needs
Plays a key role in contractual terms and conditions negotiations and management  thereof, ensuring obligations are fulfilled by both parties
Manages suppliers relationships to ensure performance standards are met
Work closely with categories and suppliers to drive efficiency on key initiatives
Initiates and drives complexity reduction projects (e.g. harmonization of specifications and suppliers)
Deliver the Operational Cash Flow and Working Capital plans for the specific materials/services and suppliers
Manages supply chain issues (e.g. crisis management) and overall performance of suppliers

REQUIREMENTS

Degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business or related
Must be a certified procurement practitioner  by the relevant board, (CPSP)
At least 8 years in similar or related roles especially from intensive/or bulk procurement companies
Exposure to international experience in procurement related responsibilities is an added advantage
Is organised with excellent attention to detail
Excellent negotiator and results oriented
Able to work in a team and independently

Apply by 30 nov 2019 via [email protected]