Procurement & Supply Chain Specialist

The role requires strong supplier management, contract negotiation, and strategic sourcing capability to support operational continuity and organizational objectives.

Job Summary

The Procurement & Supply Chain Specialist is responsible for leading and managing procurement activities across the organization, ensuring the efficient and cost-effective sourcing of goods, services, and contracts. The role requires strong supplier management, contract negotiation, and strategic sourcing capability to support operational continuity and organizational objectives. The incumbent will play a key role in driving value, ensuring compliance, and maintaining an effective and transparent procurement process.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Strategic Sourcing

• Lead end-to-end procurement processes including sourcing, tendering, evaluation, negotiation, and award of contracts.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to ensure value for money, quality, and timely delivery.
• Prepare RFQs, RFPs, and tender documentation in line with procurement policies and governance standards.
• Identify and evaluate suppliers to ensure competitive pricing and reliable service delivery.

Contract Management

• Draft, review, and manage supplier contracts and service level agreements.
• Ensure compliance with contractual terms, pricing agreements, and delivery requirements.
• Monitor supplier performance and address non-performance or breaches where necessary.
• Support contract renewals, amendments, and renegotiations.

Supply Chain & Operations Support

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to forecast procurement needs and ensure continuity of supply.
• Coordinate with operations, finance, and project teams to align procurement with business requirements.
• Monitor inventory and supply levels to prevent shortages or excess stock situations.

Cost Management & Value Creation

• Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement procurement efficiencies without compromising quality.
• Analyze procurement spend and provide reports on savings, trends, and supplier performance.
• Support budgeting and planning processes with accurate procurement data.

Governance, Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure all procurement activities comply with internal policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate procurement records for audit and compliance purposes.
• Promote ethical procurement practices and mitigate supply chain risks.

Stakeholder & Supplier Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Provide regular updates to management on procurement activity, risks, and opportunities.
• Resolve procurement-related issues in a timely and professional manner.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Logistics, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management (mid-level exposure preferred).
• Strong experience in contract negotiation and supplier management.
• Experience working with ERP systems and procurement platforms.

Technical Competencies

• Strong understanding of procurement principles and supply chain processes.
• Contract management and vendor negotiation expertise.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems.