Overview

Job Title: Head of Procurement

Department: Finance – Procurement

Reports to: Chief Finance Officer

Subordinates: Procurement Officer x3

 

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Driving procurement excellence by developing and implementing strategies that ensure cost-effective, timely, and compliant sourcing of goods and services leveraging on strategic supplier relationships, robust procurement policies, and cost optimization.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES SUMMARY

  1. Procurement Strategy: Developing and implementing strategies aligned with TSL Ltd.’s goals, leveraging market trends for cost savings and sustainable practices.
  2. Operations: Leading procurement processes, ensuring ERP integration, monitoring metrics, and enhancing efficiency through innovative tools.
  3. Decision-Making: Approving procurement within standards of delegated authority limits and escalating high-value or risky decisions.
  4. Team Leadership: Mentoring and guiding the procurement team, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
  5. Compliance: Ensuring adherence to company policies, conducting procurement systems audits, and promoting sustainable procurement.
  6. Stakeholder Collaboration: Working with departments to forecast needs and providing procurement guidance.
  7. Supplier Management: Building strong supplier relationships, negotiating, and managing contracts, evaluating supplier performance, and mitigating supply chain risks.
  8. Cost Optimization: Identifying cost-saving opportunities, optimizing budgets through spend analysis, and ensuring precise inventory management.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Professional certification in procurement (e.g., CIPS, CPSM) is an advantage.

 

EXPERIENCE

  • A minimum of 8-10 years of procurement experience, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
  • Proven experience in strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management.
  • Familiarity with procurement technologies and systems (e.g., ERP systems).

 

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

  • Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
  • Proficiency in procurement systems and tools (e.g., ERP systems).
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Analytical mindset with a focus on cost-saving opportunities.
  • High ethical standards and commitment to compliance.

 

ADVISES

  • Management Team

 

LIAISES WITH

  • Management Staff.
  • Customers
  • Suppliers
  • Regulators
  • Business Partners

Those that meet the requirements can show interest by sending their CVS in word format to [email protected] before wed the 8th of Jan 2025