Job Duties:
Role:
The Procurement Manager is responsible for leading and managing the company’s procurement operations, ensuring the timely sourcing, purchasing, and delivery of materials, equipment, and services required for projects. The role involves strategic supplier management, cost optimization, contract negotiation, and compliance with company policies and industry regulations. The Procurement Manager collaborates closely with project management, engineering, and construction teams to ensure project requirements are met efficiently, supporting quality, cost-effectiveness, and on-time delivery of all procurement activities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the end-to-end procurement process, including sourcing, negotiation, contracting, and supplier management.
- Develop and implement procurement strategies to achieve cost efficiency, timely delivery, and quality assurance.
- Collaborate with project management, engineering, and construction teams to forecast material needs and meet project requirements.
- Evaluate, select, and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers, ensuring performance, compliance, and contract adherence.
- Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with suppliers to secure the best value for the company.
- Ensure adherence to internal procurement policies and external regulatory requirements.
- Monitor and report on procurement performance, costs, and risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
- Prepare and maintain accurate procurement documentation, including purchase orders, contracts, and supplier evaluations.
- Support budget planning and cost control by providing procurement forecasts and identifying savings opportunities
- Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers, products, and trends that enhance procurement efficiency.
- Mentor and supervise Procurement Officers and staff, fostering team development and performance.
- Participate in tendering processes and proposal preparations, providing procurement inputs for bids.
- Ensure continuous improvement in procurement processes, supply chain management, and risk management practices.
Education, Experience and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- Minimum 15 years of experience in procurement, preferably in construction, engineering, or power sectors, with exposure to large-scale industrial or infrastructure projects.
- Strong knowledge of procurement and supply chain management processes, including sourcing, negotiation, contracting, and supplier management.
- Proficiency in procurement and ERP software (e.g., Microsoft Dynamic, SAP, Oracle, or similar).
- Excellent negotiation, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, both written and verbal.
- Familiarity with EPC project procurement requirements and international/local regulations and Incoterms.
- Understanding of risk management, cost optimization, and vendor evaluation.