Procurement Manager

Responsibilities

Responsible for all procurement activities (Metal, Non Metal and Import Logistics).

Sourcing, vetting, and managing relationships with metal suppliers, mills, and service centers.

Negotiating purchase agreements and contracts, often with a focus on cost savings and long-term supply agreements.

Minimize risk exposure in supply and service contracts and maximize opportunities in operations through supplier management.

Ensure that goods and services are supplied on time via acceptable terms and conditions.

Lead and develop high-performing purchasing and cost estimating teams to achieve objectives and drive continuous improvement.

Lead and to ensure all purchases are manage via best practices according to Corporate, Company and Government Policies and to the best interest of the company and its stakeholders.

Analyzing market trends, pricing, and supply chain dynamics for various metals, such as steel, aluminum, and others.

Identify potential suppliers, conduct vendor interviews, negotiate agreements, and manage contracts.

Establish departmental objectives and assess direct reports performance against KPIs.

Provide reports on target achievements and recommend necessary actions.

Requirement

Candidate must possess at least Bachelor's Degree/Post Graduate Diploma/Professional Degree in Business Management, Operation Management, Logistic/Transportation or equivalent.

At least 10 Year(s) of working experience in the related field is required for this position.

Required Skill(s): Planning Skills, Leadership Skills, Communication Skills, Negotiation Skills

Preferable candidate with 5 years of managerial experience.

Strong commercial acumen and accomplished negotiator of high-value strategic contracts.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Possess leadership qualities and strong networking, collaboration, and well-developed team-working skills.

Experience in Project Leadership or Change Management with long-term plan development or Sustainable Procurement is an added advantage.