Rozana Rural Commerce - Purchase Manager

Purchase Manager

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Sourcing:

- Develop and implement procurement strategies to meet the organization's needs and objectives.

- Identify potential suppliers and conduct market research to assess their capabilities, pricing, and quality of products or services.

Supplier Management:

- Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers, negotiating contracts, terms, and pricing agreements.

- Evaluate supplier performance and conduct regular vendor assessments to ensure adherence to quality standards, delivery schedules, and cost targets.

Procurement Process:

- Manage the end-to-end procurement process, including requisition processing, purchase order issuance, and invoice reconciliation.

- Ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and regulations throughout the procurement lifecycle.

Cost Management:

- Optimize procurement costs by negotiating favorable terms, bulk discounts, and volume pricing agreements with suppliers.

- Monitor market trends and economic factors to identify cost-saving opportunities and mitigate risks related to price fluctuations.

Inventory Control:

- Coordinate with inventory management teams to ensure adequate stock levels and minimize excess inventory or stockouts.

- Implement inventory control measures to track and manage inventory levels efficiently.

Quality Assurance:

- Collaborate with quality control teams to ensure that purchased goods and services meet quality specifications and standards.

- Address any quality issues or discrepancies with suppliers and take corrective actions as necessary.

Contract Management:

- Draft, review, and negotiate procurement contracts, including terms and conditions, service level agreements (SLAs), and warranties.

- Monitor contract performance and compliance to ensure that both parties fulfill their obligations.

Risk Management:

- Identify and mitigate risks associated with procurement activities, such as supply chain disruptions, supplier reliability, and compliance issues.

- Develop contingency plans and alternative sourcing strategies to minimize potential risks to the organization.

Team Leadership:

- Lead and mentor procurement team members, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure their professional development and performance.

Skillset Required:

- Proven experience in procurement or supply chain management, with a strong understanding of procurement processes, supplier management, and contract negotiation.

- Knowledge of procurement software and tools, such as ERP systems and e-procurement platforms.

- Strong negotiation and communication skills.

- Analytical mindset and strategic thinking abilities.

- Attention to detail and accuracy in procurement processes.

- Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

- Proficiency in using procurement software and Microsoft Office applications.