Market Procurement Specialist 1

Company description:

Digicel Group Limited

Job description:

Primary objective of the job: 

The Market Procurement Specialist is the control point of starting the procure to pay process, ensuring transparent execution of competitive sourcing events and negotiating commercial terms to achieve maximum value for money. This includes collaborating with stakeholders to establish demand, identifying and researching sources of supply and sourcing the requirements in compliance to the Group’s Procurement Standards and best practice.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Liaise with internal stakeholders to develop forecasts, plan, review and adjust procurement strategy in support of company requirements
• Research and pre-qualify new sources of supply as needed to mitigate supply chain risk while managing existing supplier performance and feedback to drive competitive pricing, adherence to quality and best payment and delivery terms
• Execute sourcing process using the 40/40/20 approach, ensuring all requirements included to facilitate fair and accurate comparisons
• Identify savings opportunities using spend analytics within and across categories to aggregate or standardize repeat spend
• Execute and monitor annual procurement plans for each entity, ensuring alignment with business goals and timely delivery of procurement outcomes
• Monitor incoming requirements and execute sourcing process using Requests for Quotations/Proposals ensuring all requirements included for facilitate fair and accurate comparisons  
• Facilitate the technical evaluation process with stakeholders and lead the commercial evaluations to advise the business accordingly
• Negotiate pricing and payment terms with suppliers in collaboration with key stakeholders to obtain the best value for money
• Negotiate, and manage contract term to ensure compliance, risk mitigation, and delivery of contractual obligations across all assigned entities and/or categories
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, operations, and legal, to support procurement needs and ensure stakeholder satisfaction
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, transparency, and standardization across the group’s procurement function
• Maintain documentation and audit trail on all procurement events and report on procurement performance metrics (e.g., savings, compliance, cycle time) to support continuous improvement and strategic decision-making
• Assist in the adoption and use of procurement systems and tools to drive automation, transparency, and data-driven decision-making
• Stay current on market trends, pricing, and supplier innovations to inform sourcing strategies and procurement decisions

Academic Qualifications and Experience Required:

• 5+ years’ experience in a professional procurement or supply chain environment, with proven responsibility across multiple spend categories (e.g., goods, services, CAPEX, indirect spend)
• First degree in Business Management, Finance, Operations or equivalent preferred
• Professional procurement certification such as CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) or an equivalent international qualification
• Demonstrated knowledge of procurement and supply chain systems, tools, and best practices, including strategic sourcing, contract management, and supplier performance management
• Experience working in or supporting multi-entity or group organizations is an advantage

Functional Skills:

• Problem-solving and critical analysis – a drive for results with a sense of urgency, able to analyze challenges while exploring all possible solutions and scenario outcomes
• Contract Management - Proficient in contract law, with strong understanding of contractual risk, compliance, and performance monitoring
• Financial Acumen - Strong understanding of cost structures, budgeting, total cost of ownership (TCO), and return on investment (ROI) in procurement decision-making
• Negotiation and Persuasion - Skilled in negotiating pricing, terms, and service levels with suppliers to maximize value for the organization
• Project Management - Competent in managing multiple procurement projects across entities, ensuring timely delivery, scope alignment, and budget control
• Stakeholder Engagement and Communication - Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively engage internal stakeholders and influence cross-functional teams
• Analytical & Reporting Skills - Advanced capability in analyzing procurement data, developing dashboards, and reporting key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive transparency and improvements