Our client a prominent construction company is seeking to hire a Procurement Manager with 4+ years’ experience in the construction sector.
The Procurement Manager will be responsible for procuring materials and goods from suppliers, building and maintaining supplier relationships and ensuring cost-effective purchasing strategies. The ideal candidate must have 4+ years’ experience as a senior procurement officer in the construction industry, a proven track record of cost reduction, commercial minded and strong leadership skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Procure materials and goods from suppliers, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery.
- Identify and evaluate potential suppliers based on quality, price, and reliability.
- Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing with suppliers to achieve the best value for the company.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure long-term partnerships.
- Communicate regularly with suppliers to discuss purchases, resolve issues, and improve service levels.
- Monitor supplier performance and implement improvement plans as needed.
- Develop and implement strategies for cost reduction and efficiency improvement.
- Analyze market trends and supplier pricing to identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Report on cost savings achieved and future savings targets.
- Create and maintain credit lines with suppliers.
- Manage the procurement budget and ensure adherence to financial guidelines.
- Prepare financial reports and analysis related to procurement activities.
Qualifications:
- Must relevant bachelor’s degree in procurement or supply chain.
- Must have 4+ years’ experience
- Proven proficiency in Microsoft Office, procurement and purchasing software.
- Must have membership of KISM/CIPS.
- Demonstrated experience in cost reduction and efficiency improvement.
- Proven track record of managing and leading a procurement team.
- Strong commercial acumen and self-driven attitude.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Must be detail-oriented, analytical, organized and possess strong communication and problem-solving skills.
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