Procurement Assistant Manager

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Procurement Assistant Manager is responsible for assisting the Head of Procurement in the management of the procurement function. This position is responsible for developing and implementing procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies and procedures. The position focuses on developing all procurement categories:

• Direct Procurement
• Indirect Procurement - including Logistics, Capex, MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations), Site Services, Professional Services, etc.
• Subcontractor Procurement.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

• Assist in the development and implementation of procurement strategies
• Manage supplier relationships
• Manage and review contracts
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures
• Oversee the procurement process from requisition to payment
• Manage the procurement budget
• Identify and evaluate potential cost savings opportunities
• Stay up-to-date on industry trends and best practices
• Prepare and deliver presentations on procurement topics
• Evaluate supplier performance based on quality standards, delivery time & best prices and ensure all the criteria are met according to the organizational requirements and expectation
• Evaluate vendor’s quotation to ensure that they are in line with the technical and commercial specifications required for the project
• Other duties as assigned