Purchasing Manager

Key Responsibilities

Sourcing & Procurement:

Develop and implement cost-effective purchasing strategies and manage the end-to-end procurement process.

Vendor Management:

Identify, vet, and negotiate with reliable vendors and suppliers to secure advantageous terms and pricing.

Contract Management:

Review, negotiate, and manage contracts and service level agreements (SLAs) to ensure compliance and minimize risk.

Cost Control:

Monitor and forecast upcoming levels of demand and manage the departmental budget to achieve cost-saving targets.

Inventory Oversight:

Collaborate with the warehouse and logistics teams to ensure optimal inventory levels and prevent stockouts or overstocking.

Performance Reporting:

Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness (e.g., Lead Time, Supplier Quality, Cost Variance).

Compliance:

Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies and legal regulations.

Requirements

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field.

Experience:

Min. 5 years in procurement/purchasing (Managerial level preferred).

Technical Skills:

Proficiency in SAP and MS Excel.

Core Competencies:

Strong negotiation, vendor management, and strategic sourcing.

Analytical:

Proven ability to analyze data and reduce operational costs.

Communication:

Excellent English (written & verbal) and leadership skills

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