Job description
Developing and implementing procurement strategies.
· Managing daily procurement activities, supervising staff, and allocating tasks.
· Managing supplier relations and negotiating contracts, prices, timelines, etc.
· Maintaining the supplier database, procurement records, and related documentation.
· Coordinating with inventory control to determine and manage inventory needs.
· Managing the maintenance of office/manufacturing equipment and machinery.
· Ensuring that all procured items meet the required quality standards and specifications.
· Preparing cost estimates and managing budgets.
Working to improve procurement systems and processes
· Experience in procurement of Building materials, raw materials etc.
· Ensure that procurement strategies and processes are in place to meet business
objectives and operational needs in terms of price, quality, and delivery targets, which
enables the company to function and compete effectively in the market.
· Responsible for managing relationships and negotiating with key suppliers at a senior and strategic level.
· Research and evaluate areas of opportunity and reduce costs where possible.
· Negotiate contract terms with key suppliers to ensure value for money, quality standards, and delivery terms with technical and operational input from stakeholders if appropriate.
· Seek and partner with reliable vendors and suppliers.
· Develop an overall vendor base that creates and sustains a competitive advantage utilizing global market exploitation, leveraging spending, and leveraging technologies.
· Evaluate the challenges faced by the business and take action to mitigate risks and develop opportunities. Ensure the continuous supply of required goods and building materials, and communicate any supply problems which may pose a risk or impact on business operations.
· Monitor market trends, competitor strategies, and vendor/supplier developments.