PROCUREMENT & VENDOR MANAGER
JOB SUMMARY
The Procurement & Vendor Manager oversees purchasing activities and vendor relationships to ensure the timely, cost-effective, and reliable delivery of goods and services.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Procurement Management
- Manage purchasing processes, supplier selection, and purchase orders.
- Source quality products and services at competitive prices.
- Ensure procurement follows company policies and budgets.
2. Vendor Management
- Identify, evaluate, and maintain relationships with vendors.
- Negotiate pricing, contracts, and service terms.
- Monitor vendor performance and resolve service issues.
3. Inventory & Cost Control
- Monitor purchasing needs, inventory levels, and supply requirements.
- Identify opportunities to reduce procurement costs.
- Maintain accurate procurement and vendor records.
4. Compliance & Reporting
- Ensure procurement activities meet internal controls and requirements.
- Prepare procurement reports and performance updates.
- Maintain contracts, quotations, and supplier documentation.
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPIs)
- Procurement cost savings.
- Vendor performance and service quality.
- On-time delivery rate.
- Procurement cycle time.
- Compliance with procurement policies.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 3–5 years of procurement or vendor management experience.
- Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
- Excellent organization and communication abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and procurement systems.
ROLE EXPECTATIONS
- Manage procurement activities efficiently and transparently.
- Build strong and reliable vendor relationships.
- Control costs while maintaining quality.
- Ensure timely availability of required goods and services.