Job Title: Manager, Procurement Operations

Job Purpose

Responsible for managing the procurement process to ensure compliance with procurement policies and the effective utilization of buying channels. This role involves reviewing purchase requisitions, leveraging catalogues where available, and placing purchase orders in alignment with category strategies and existing contracts.

Key Accountabilities

Leadership

• Lead and manage team members to achieve departmental objectives, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to staff, promoting professional development and ensuring effective performance management within the team
  
  

Strategy & Planning

• Contribute to the development and execution of departmental strategies that align with the organization's overall goals, ensuring that initiatives are effectively implemented and monitored.
• Analyze performance metrics and operational data to inform decision-making and support strategic planning efforts within the team or department.
  
  

Policies, Systems, and Procedures

• Implement and maintain organizational policies, systems, and procedures to ensure efficient operations and compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.
• Regularly review and assess existing processes, recommending improvements to enhance productivity, effectiveness, and adherence to organizational policies.
  
  

Compliance and Review

• Review purchase requisitions to ensure they comply with procurement policies and procedures.
• Ensure all procurement activities adhere to organizational and regulatory standards.
  
  

Buying Channels and Catalogues

• Ensure appropriate and accurate utilization of buying channels as per procurement policies.
• Leverage catalogues where available to streamline the procurement process and ensure cost-effectiveness.
  
  

Purchase Order Management

• Place purchase orders in line with category strategies, ensuring compliance with existing contracts.
• Monitor and manage the purchase order process to ensure timely and accurate fulfillment.
• Adapt to evolving business requirements and contribute to various projects as needed.