Procurement Manager

Role : The Procurement Manager will lead end-to-end procurement and strategic sourcing activities for a diversified African Group with operations across mining, engineering, construction, and other industrial businesses . The role will be responsible for managing procurement portfolio covering direct and indirect materials, MRO, CAPEX, equipment, spare parts, services, and project-related requirements , with a strong focus on cost optimization, supply continuity, quality, commercial value, and governance. Key Responsibilities 1. Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Management • Lead end-to-end procurement activities across the Group's diversified industrial operations. • Develop and implement sourcing strategies for direct materials, indirect materials, MRO, CAPEX, equipment, services, and project-related requirements. • Manage the complete procurement lifecycle from requirement review through supplier selection, negotiation, purchase order placement, expediting, and delivery. • Ensure timely availability of critical materials, equipment, and services to support uninterrupted business and project operations. • Manage a high-value procurement portfolio while optimizing cost, quality, delivery, and overall commercial value. 2. Tendering & Commercial Management • Manage the complete sourcing and tendering cycle, including: • Prepare detailed commercial comparisons and recommendations for management approval. • Ensure procurement decisions are commercially competitive, technically compliant, and aligned with approved budgets. 3. Supplier Development & Vendor Management • Identify, evaluate, prequalify, and develop reliable local and international suppliers. • Strengthen the vendor base to increase competition, reduce dependency on single sources, and mitigate supply-chain risks. • Conduct supplier benchmarking, market research, and capability assessments. • Monitor supplier performance against agreed quality, cost, delivery, service, and contractual requirements . • Drive corrective actions and supplier improvement initiatives where required. 4. Cost Optimisation & Strategic Analysis • Conduct spend analysis and identify opportunities for cost reduction, value engineering, consolidation, and strategic sourcing. • Analyse market trends, commodity prices, supplier capabilities, and regional supply markets. • Develop sourcing strategies based on supplier benchmarking, cost comparisons, and total cost of ownership. • Lead negotiations to achieve the best possible commercial outcomes without compromising quality or supply continuity. 5. Negotiation & Contract Management • Lead high-value commercial negotiations with suppliers and service providers. • Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, warranties, service levels, contractual conditions, and other commercial terms. • Review and manage procurement-related contracts and agreements in coordination with internal stakeholders. • Ensure contractual obligations and supplier commitments are properly monitored and administered. 6. Cross-Functional Coordination • Work closely with engineering, production, maintenance, operations, finance, logistics, and project teams . • Ensure procurement requirements are aligned with technical specifications, project schedules, budgets, and operational priorities. • Support project and operational teams in planning critical and long-lead procurement requirements. • Coordinate with logistics and freight teams to ensure smooth and timely movement of goods across international locations. 7. International Procurement & Logistics • Manage international sourcing and procurement activities from global supply markets. • Ensure effective application of Incoterms, including EXW, FOB, CFR, CIF, and DDP . • Coordinate commercial and procurement aspects of international shipments, freight, insurance, customs, and delivery requirements. • Manage procurement transactions involving payment instruments such as Letters of Credit (LCs) and other agreed payment terms. • Ensure timely expediting of critical materials and equipment. 8. Governance, Compliance & Risk Management • Ensure all procurement activities comply with internal policies, approval procedures, governance requirements, ethical sourcing standards, and audit requirements. • Maintain proper procurement documentation and ensure transparency throughout the sourcing process. • Identify and mitigate procurement and supply-chain risks. • Ensure appropriate approval and delegation procedures are followed for all purchasing commitments. 9. Reporting & Management Information • Prepare and present procurement reports and management dashboards. • Monitor and report on: • Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to senior management for strategic decision-making. Key Skills & Competencies • Strategic Sourcing & Category Management • End-to-End Procurement • Tendering & RFQ/RFP Management • Techno-Commercial Evaluation • High-Value Commercial Negotiation • Supplier Development & Performance Management • CAPEX, MRO & Project Procurement • International Procurement & Logistics • Incoterms & Letters of Credit • Contract Administration • Cost Optimisation & Spend Analysis • Supply Risk & Continuity Management • ERP / Procurement Systems • Advanced MS Excel & Management Reporting • Strong Leadership & Stakeholder Management Education: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, or a related discipline . Professional qualifications such as CIPS, CPSM, MBA, or equivalent will be an advantage. Experience: 10 15+ years of progressive procurement and strategic sourcing experience . Minimum 5 years in a managerial or senior procurement role . Experience managing procurement for a diversified industrial group or multi-business organization . Strong exposure to sectors such as mining, power generation, engineering, construction, manufacturing, or heavy industry . Experience managing high-value CAPEX, MRO, equipment, project procurement, and international sourcing . Prior experience supporting African operations or emerging markets will be a significant advantage. Working Experience of a regional or corporate procurement hub such as Dubai is mandatory