Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Procurement Officer to join our team at Sinapis Investments Group. The primary purpose of this role is to secure competitive prices from suppliers while delivering maximum value. This position involves strategic procurement activities, evaluating suppliers, negotiating contracts, and ensuring that approved purchases are cost-effective and of high quality.

Duties and Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing and Procurement:
-Source quotations and manage the end-to-end procurement process, including reviewing, comparing, analyzing, and approving products and services
-Reduce the number of suppliers or ensure an adequate number of substitutes
-Engage in effective negotiations and communication.
-Foster long-term relationships with suppliers.

Inventory Management:
-Oversee inventories and maintain accurate purchase and pricing records.
-Manage and control the stock of goods and materials to ensure optimal levels, minimize costs, and meet demand.

Supplier Relationship Management:
- Maintain and update supplier information, including qualifications, delivery times, and product ranges.
- Maintain strong supplier relationships and negotiate favorable contracts.
- Evaluate supplier performance and address any issues or concerns.

Market Research:
-Conduct thorough research and evaluation of prospective suppliers to ensure the best sourcing options.

Budgeting and Reporting:
-Prepare budgets, cost analyses, and detailed procurement reports to inform decision-making processes

Departmental Oversight:
-Supervise procurement department employees and oversee all procurement activities, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.

Procurement Planning:
-Develop and implement procurement plans for equipment, services, and supplies.
-Utilize technology tools like web-based purchasing systems to streamline operations.
-Transition procurement and sourcing operations from manual to automated systems.

Objectives:
1. Enhance and strengthen relationships with key suppliers to identify components that lead to significant savings.
2. Expedite contract compliance and eliminate errors to facilitate vendor transactions.
3. Prepare junior management to handle procurement challenges proactively.
4. Optimize the supply base by removing duplicates and irrational decisions.
5. Integrate technology tools and complete workforce transitions.
6. Focus procurement and sourcing operations on transitioning to automated systems for bottom-line savings.
7. Elevate and maintain supplier management programs to a central level.

Qualifications and Experience

Educational Background: Degree in Supply Chain Management or a related field.

Professional Experience: A minimum of five years of post-qualification experience in a procurement role, with at least two years in a senior or executive position.

Technical Proficiency: Strong knowledge of computer packages, including Pastel and SAGE Evolution.

Negotiation Skills: Demonstrated ability to negotiate effectively with suppliers to secure the best terms.

Organizational Skills: Excellent planning and organizational abilities to manage multiple tasks and priorities efficiently.

Time Management: Strong time management skills to meet deadlines and handle time-sensitive procurement activities.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs in pdf format to [email protected] by 14 June 2024, clearly indicating the position being applied for in the subject line.