Manager, Procurement

Deka Minas (Pty) Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading EPCM firm is seeking a highly skilled Procurement Manager to lead and enhance procurement operations. This role focuses on aligning procurement strategies with business goals, optimizing supplier relationships, and ensuring timely delivery of goods. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Supply Chain Management and significant experience in procurement.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Opportunity for professional growth

Dynamic and collaborative environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in procurement, preferably in the EPCM sector.
• Exceptional negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Proficiency in procurement software and ERP tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business goals.
• Source and evaluate suppliers, negotiate contracts.
• Establish and maintain strong supplier relationships.

Skills

Supplier management

Negotiation skills

Organizational abilities

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Supply Chain Management

Tools

Procurement software

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) tools

Job description

Please note that this position is based in the Middle East, with relocation, accommodation, and additional benefits provided.

Our client, a renowned EPCM firm in the Middle East, is seeking a highly skilled Procurement Manager to lead and enhance their procurement operations. This pivotal role will focus on aligning procurement strategies with business goals, optimizing supplier relationships, and ensuring seamless delivery of goods and services.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop and implement robust procurement strategies to support organizational goals.
2. Source and evaluate suppliers, negotiate contracts, and secure cost-effective, high-quality terms.
3. Establish and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure reliability and value.
4. Oversee the procurement cycle, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
5. Collaborate cross-functionally to align procurement activities with project timelines and objectives.
6. Monitor inventory levels and anticipate purchasing needs to minimize downtime.
7. Analyze procurement data to identify cost-saving opportunities and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Proven experience in procurement, with [X years] in a managerial role, ideally within the EPCM sector.
• Exceptional negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Proficiency with procurement software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) tools.
• Strong organizational and communication abilities, with a strategic mindset.

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to work with a leading EPCM firm on high-profile projects.
• A dynamic and collaborative environment with a focus on professional growth.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

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