Job Description
Job Summary
- We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Procurement Manager with a background in retail or supermarket environments. This role is responsible for overseeing our procurement processes, ensuring cost-effective purchasing strategies, maintaining relationships with vendors, and managing inventory to meet the organization’s goals. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, excellent negotiation abilities, a thorough understanding of supply chain management and proficiency in using ICG ERP software to streamline and manage procurement functions effectively.
Key Responsibilities
Vendor Management:
- Build and maintain relationships with suppliers, negotiating favorable terms and conditions.
- Evaluate vendor performance and ensure the delivery of high-quality products.
Procurement Processes:
- Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with company goals and budget constraints.
- Ensure the timely procurement of goods, avoiding stockouts and excessive inventory levels.
- Work closely with inventory control to maintain optimal stock levels.
Financial Management:
- Conduct financial analysis to manage and monitor procurement budgets.
- Track and report on savings achieved through cost-effective procurement strategies.
Supply Chain Management:
- Oversee the end-to-end supply chain process, ensuring efficiency and accuracy.
- Address and resolve any supply chain or inventory issues that may arise.
Data Analysis and Reporting:
- Use analytical skills to assess purchasing data, identifying trends and potential cost-saving opportunities.
- Prepare and present reports on procurement activities, savings, and vendor performance.
Compliance and Documentation:
- Ensure all procurement activities adhere to company policies and industry standards.
- Maintain organized records and documentation for auditing purposes.
Team Collaboration:
- Work closely with various departments, including finance, operations, and logistics, to ensure procurement aligns with business needs.
- Assist in training and guiding junior procurement staff as needed.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
- Cost Savings: Achieve target cost reductions (e.g., 5% savings on total procurement spend annually) through negotiation and strategic sourcing.
- Supplier Performance: Ensure at least 95% of suppliers meet or exceed agreed quality and delivery standards.
- Inventory Turnover: Maintain an optimal inventory turnover rate (e.g., 6-8 turns per year), balancing stock levels with demand.
- Procurement Cycle Time: Reduce the average time taken to complete procurement processes, targeting a specific benchmark (e.g., under 10 business days for standard orders).
- Budget Adherence: Stay within the approved procurement budget, minimizing variances and ensuring accurate forecasting.
- Order Accuracy: Maintain a high accuracy rate (e.g., 98%) for purchase orders to ensure correct quantities and specifications.
- Supplier Lead Time: Optimize and reduce supplier lead times, ensuring timely delivery of goods to prevent stockouts.
- Compliance Rate: Achieve 100% compliance with internal procurement policies and external regulatory requirements.
- Cost Savings Through Strategic Sourcing: Track and report on cost savings achieved from improved supplier terms, reduced shipping costs, and bulk purchasing.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree (BSc) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Business, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
- Proven experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management, specifically within a retail or supermarket setting
- Professional certification in procurement or supply chain management (e.g., CPSM, CIPS) is preferred.