Procurement Manager

SUMMARY:
We are seeking a Procurement Manager to oversee the procurement of equipment purchases for Engineering design phase 1 in our client's state-of-the-art solar PV systems. This role involves managing supplier relationships, ensuring competitive pricing, and timely delivery while adhering to the company's procurement quality policies. The ideal candidate will have a strategic approach to procurement, establishing long-term partnerships with trusted suppliers to secure optimal pricing agreements through bulk procurement.

POSITION INFO:
Responsibilities and Duties:
As the Procurement Manager, you will:

• Play a key role in vetting suppliers and subcontractors alongside the COO, ensuring compliance across all countries in Africa where installations are required.
• Maintain updated price lists for the Engineering Department to facilitate detailed project costing.
• Develop project Bill of Quantities (BOQ) in collaboration with the Engineering Department and handover procurement lists to the Project Management Department.
• Review project budgets and provide signatory approval on behalf of the Engineering Department.
• Monitor and drive credit applications with suppliers, negotiating favorable terms.
• Collaborate with key company stakeholders to determine product and service needs, monitoring business trends and product availability to secure the best prices without compromising quality or delivery times.
• Foster relationships with suppliers, negotiating optimal prices for company goods and services.
• Research and identify potential new suppliers and products to meet company goals.
• Assess total costs of company purchases and implement strategies for procuring, storing, and distributing products, including stock and inventory management.
• Ensure adherence to company ISO 9001 & 45001 Compliances across all branches in Africa.

• Strong interpersonal and networking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Superior organizational skills with good business instincts.
• Strong negotiation and financial analysis skills.
• Proficiency in logistics and strategic planning.
• Specialized industry knowledge in procurement.
• A minimum tertiary qualification of B.Com.