Overview
Position
Procurement Manager
Job Code
Reports to
Sr Manager Corporate Function & Shared Services
Direct Reports
Division/Section
Corporate Servies
Department
Corporate Servies
Sector
Health & Wellbeing
Job Family
Role Purpose
The Procurement Manager will lead the procurement department in managing supplier relationships, negotiating deals, and ensuring the timely acquisition of goods and services necessary for the company's operations.
Key Accountabilities & Activities
Planning, Strategy, Implementation and continuous monitoring/ improvement
- Develop and implement procurement strategies to ensure the company's supply needs are met in a timely and cost-effective manner.
- Monitor procurement processes and implement improvements as necessary.
- Coordinate with other departments to forecast future supply needs.
- Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures.
- Build and maintain relationships with suppliers and negotiate contracts to secure advantageous terms.
- Resolve supplier-related issues and disputes.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure clear requirements documentation.
- Oversee the performance of the procurement department and its staff.
- Conduct market research to identify procurement opportunities and potential suppliers.
- Develop risk management procedures to mitigate supply chain vulnerabilities.
- Prepare and present procurement reports to senior management.
Relationship Management
- The Procurement Manager is responsible for negotiating contracts with suppliers, addressing any problems or disagreements that might occur, and verifying that the suppliers are fulfilling their contractual commitments in terms of quality, cost, and delivery schedules.
- Relationship management also encompasses the identification and nurturing of relationships with potential new suppliers as a component of the company's procurement strategy. This involves carrying out market research, participating in industry events, and utilizing networks to discover suppliers who can deliver the goods and services required by the company.
- Furthermore, the Procurement Manager needs to maintain positive relationships with internal stakeholders, such as the Central Procurement, Operations, Finance, and Legal departments. This requires clear communication of requirements, collaboration on forecasting and planning, and joint problem-solving for any issues that might surface.
Background, Skills & Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field.
- Professional certification in procurement is a plus.
- Proven experience as a Procurement Manager or similar role.
- Knowledge of sourcing and procurement techniques.
- Strong negotiation skills and experience in managing suppliers.
- Familiarity with relevant software, such as SAP, Oracle, etc.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Knowledge of market research methods and analysis.
- Understanding of contract law and its application in procurement.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field.
- Professional certification in procurement is a plus.
COMMUNICATION - MAIN STAKEHOLDERS
Internal
External
- Operations Department
- Finance Department
- Legal Department
- Central Procurement
- Suppliers
- External Audito rs