Procurement Manager
We are seeking a highly motivated, result oriented Procurement & Business Development Executive to join our growing organization. This role is ideal for a strategic professional with strong expertise in procurement, supplier management, business development, and operational excellence within the FMCG industry. The successful candidate will play a key role in optimizing procurement operations, driving business growth, and expanding our global market presence.
Key Responsibilities
- Procurement & Supplier Relations: Develop and execute annual procurement budgets, ensuring optimal inventory levels and conducting comprehensive supplier performance evaluations. Provide regular reports and insights on order performance, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities.
- Strategic Planning & Forecasting: Oversee demand forecasting and align procurement strategies with overall business objectives.
- Negotiations & Cost Management: Secure favourable pricing, payment terms, and contract conditions to optimize procurement costs.
- Sales Performance & Market Insights: Analyze sales and market data, providing actionable insights and management reports to enhance decision-making.
- Operational Excellence: Improve procurement processes, inventory management, and reporting systems to mitigate risks and maximize profitability.
- Team Coordination: Foster cross-departmental collaboration, enhance task execution, and lead initiatives to improve team performance and turnover.
- ERP Optimization: Manage ERP optimization projects to streamline operations across sales, procurement, and finance departments.
- Business Development & Global Engagement: Lead company participation in FMCG exhibitions globally, identify and secure new business partners, and expand market presence
Skills
Qualifications & Skill
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Marketing, or a related field.
- Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.
- Experience with ERP systems and business process optimization.
- Excellent analytical and reporting skills with the ability to interpret sales and market data.
- Outstanding communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience participating in or organizing international trade exhibitions is an advantage.