Procurement Manager

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Procurement Manager to be responsible for the supply of products and services essential for our company’s operations. You will strategize to find the most cost-effective deals and suppliers. The Procurement Manager’s role is to discover the best ways to minimize our procurement expenses so that the company can invest in its growth and people.
Job Requirements:

Devise and employ fruitful sourcing strategies
Discover the most profitable suppliers and initiate business partnerships
Negotiate with external vendors to secure the most advantageous terms
Approve the ordering of necessary goods and services
Collaborate with key persons to ensure the clarity of the specifications and expectations of the company
Anticipate unfavorable events through analysis of data and prepare control strategies
Finalize details of orders and deliveries
Examine and re-evaluate existing contracts
Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness
Collaborate with key persons to ensure the clarity of the specifications and expectations of the company
Foresee alterations in the comparative negotiating ability of suppliers and clients
Anticipate unfavorable events through analysis of data and prepare control strategies
Perform risk management regarding supply contracts and agreements
Control spend and build a culture of long-term saving on procurement costs

Required Qualifications
Proven working experience as a procurement manager
Knowledge of sourcing and procurement techniques as well as a dexterity in “reading” the market
Talent in negotiations and networking
Good knowledge of supplier or third party management software
Aptitude in decision-making and working with numbers
Experience in collecting and analyzing data
Strong leadership capabilities
BSc degree in supply chain management, logistics or business administration is a plus

Closing date: April 08, 2016

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How to Apply

Please send your resume to: info@metrocomethiopia.com

To learn more about the organization please visit: http://www.metrocomethiopia.com/

Closing date: April 08, 2016

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Job Categories: Logistics and Transportation Jobs. Job Types: Full-Time. Job expires in 30 days.

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