Executive Procurement Manager

Job Summary

Executive Procurement Manager is responsible in the strategic and operational management of Group/Cluster/Project procurement department and ensures the best possible value for money while meeting operational needs of the company.

Job Responsibilities 1

Manage Group/Cluster/Project Procurement Department and ensure compliance of company polices and processes across the procurement process.

Initiate and support higher management in the strategic planning and align the department’s goals and plans according to the company’s long-term strategic plans.

Establish and monitor departmental targets and KPIs and ensure alignment of the team to achieve the goals.

Develop procurement plans and schedule to ensure goods and services are delivered on time as required by business units.

Manage relationship with Vendors and other stakeholders to ensure continuity of the supply of goods and services.

Analyze market trends – prices, new geographical potential sources, potential partners for new resources.

Manage Group/Cluster/Project budget.

Manage sourcing and identify potential suppliers to reduce supply risk.

Job Responsibilities 2

Support in the day-to-day operations of the department.

Identify risks and challenges and prepare mitigation plan.

Periodically analyze spend by value and volume by material or vendor, to improve processes and service.

Collaborate with other functions e.g., planning, logistics and business units to understand operational requirements and priorities.

Ensure integrity of procurement data in the system.

Continually review the effectiveness of work processes and procedures and find alternative ways to improve efficiency by recommending information technology solutions,

Train, develop and mentor staff to be independent, analytical, and proactive in resolving issues within their respective scope/responsibilities.

Prepare periodic reports on the performance of the department or as and when required by management.

Additional Responsibilities 3

Job Knowledge & Skills

Knowledge, understanding and experience in Procurement management.

Knowledge, understanding and experience of procurement policies, processes, and systems.

Knowledge and understanding and experience in vendor sourcing and management.

Knowledge and understanding of Financial Reporting and Analysis.

Knowledge and understanding in commodities market and market trend analysis.

Knowledge and understanding of supply chain value chain.

Knowledge and understanding of Risk Management.

Knowledge of inventory management, demand forecasting and logistics.

Knowledge of logistics and warehousing management.

Knowledge and understanding of ERP systems.

Job Experience

15 to 18 years of total experience

8 to 10 years of Industry experience

GCC experience: 6 to 8 years in GCC

Competencies

Education