LeadSpire - Manager - Procurement & Sourcing

- Procurement Support: Assist in executing sourcing and procurement strategies aligned with government procurement guidelines such as GFR, GeM, and CPPP.

- Supplier & Vendor Coordination: Support the identification and evaluation of reliable suppliers and vendors for IT, infrastructure, and service-based projects.

- Tender & Bid Assistance: Help prepare RFQs, RFPs, and tendering documentation, ensuring compliance with government regulations and transparency standards.

- Cost & Market Analysis: Conduct basic cost-benefit analysis, supplier research, and pricing evaluations to support procurement decisions.

- Contract & Documentation Management: Maintain procurement documentation, assist in contract management, and track vendor agreements.

- Regulatory Compliance Support: Ensure procurement activities align with government policies, ethical sourcing practices, and sustainability guidelines.

- Market Research & Data Gathering: Stay updated on market trends, pricing fluctuations, and supplier capabilities to provide insights to the procurement team.

- Stakeholder Coordination: Work closely with internal project teams, finance departments, and government agencies to streamline procurement processes.

- Reporting & Performance Tracking: Support supplier performance tracking, procurement KPIs monitoring, and cost-saving initiatives.

- Category Management: Take ownership of a wide variety of procurement categories, including but not limited to IT Hardware, School Supplies, Software, Furniture, and vocational supplies.

- Develop and execute strategic procurement plans for each category, wearing multiple hats as needed.

- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with other departments, such as Pre-Sales, Operations, Finance and IT, to ensure alignment on procurement goals and objectives.

- Act as a strategic partner in achieving company-wide objectives and offer innovative solutions when needed.