Procurement Manager

We are seeking a experienced Procurement Manager with at least 10 years of expertise and full English proficiency to lead direct and indirect procurement strategies, team management, and supply chain operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage end-to-end direct procurement (raw materials, production resources) and indirect procurement (daily operational supplies, services, corporate travel workflows).

• Lead, supervise, and delegate tasks to the procurement team and purchasing agents across all corporate departments.

• Develop and implement cost-effective procurement strategies, budgets, and commercial payment policies across the organization.

• Oversee the complete procure-to-pay workflow, including requisitioning, purchasing, receiving, invoice verification, and final approvals.

• Liaise with key internal department stakeholders to accurately identify, forecast, and meet operational product and service demands.

• Execute comprehensive sourcing activities, including vendor pre-qualification, RFQ creation, and competitive bidding cycles.

• Negotiate high-value vendor contracts to secure optimal commercial terms, pricing, and delivery timelines.

• Build and maintain strategic relationships with supply partners while actively managing vendor performance and dispute resolution.

• Analyze procurement data, conduct spending analysis, track key performance metrics (KPIs), and compile reports for the Procurement Director.

• Establish and enforce risk management frameworks, corporate compliance standards, and mitigation policies.

• Drive continuous process improvements, workflow automation, and the integration of new e-procurement software when necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Business Engineering, International Trade, Business Administration, or related departments.

• Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in procurement, contract management, major tenders, and e-tendering platforms.

• Strong industry knowledge and background in aluminum raw material supply, energy, construction services, and corporate/financial/HR consultancy fields.

• Proven operational experience in managing vehicle fleet operations and warehouse management processes.

• Professional fluency in English, with exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

• Advanced technical proficiency in the SAP MM module and core computer skills, particularly MS Office and Excel.

• Solid hands-on knowledge of supplier management platforms, third-party software, and modern e-procurement tools.

• Exceptional negotiation, networking, and communication skills with a proven track record of fostering strong supplier relationships.

• Advanced analytical, financial, and numerical skills with a high level of attention to detail and problem-solving capability.

• Strong leadership capability to manage, coordinate, and evaluate cross-departmental teams under pressure.