TajSATS - Manager - Procurement (5-6 yrs)

Key Responsibilities:

- Procurement Oversight: Oversee all procurement activities, ensuring that materials, products, and services are sourced in a timely, efficient, and cost-effective manner.

- Vendor Relationship Management: Establish and maintain strong vendor relationships, ensuring that vendors meet company standards for quality, service, and pricing.

- Collaboration with Internal Departments: Work closely with internal teams such as Finance, Stores, and Cost Control to ensure that operational requirements are met efficiently.

- Contract Negotiation & Management: Negotiate and manage contracts with suppliers, ensuring favorable terms, timely delivery of goods and services, and compliance with company policies.

- Compliance Management: Ensure that all procurement activities are compliant with company policies, legal regulations, and quality standards such as ISO 9001.

- Cost Monitoring & Reporting: Regularly monitor procurement costs, generate detailed reports, and identify areas where cost-saving opportunities can be realized.

- Issue Resolution: Address and resolve any supply-related issues, including vendor complaints, by coordinating corrective actions and ensuring minimal disruption to operations.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

- Experience: Minimum 5+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain management, with at least 2 years in a managerial role.

- Vendor Management: Proven experience in building and maintaining strong vendor relationships, as well as negotiating contracts and service level agreements.

- Collaboration: Ability to collaborate effectively with internal departments (Finance, Stores, Cost Control) and understand operational requirements.

- Compliance Knowledge: Strong understanding of procurement compliance, legal regulations, and industry standards (e.g.,, ISO 9001).

- Cost Management: Demonstrated ability to monitor and control procurement costs while identifying opportunities for cost optimization.

- Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to resolve supply chain issues, vendor complaints, and manage corrective actions to maintain smooth operations.

- Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and reporting skills to track procurement costs, supplier performance, and compliance.

- Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for effective vendor management and internal coordination.

- Educational Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Certification in Procurement (e.g.,, CIPS, CPIM).

- Experience in procurement within a manufacturing or industrial environment is a plus.

- Knowledge of ERP systems for procurement management