Job Description

Procurement



Coordinate supplier development activities with Supply Chain Manager, Procurement manager, Group Procurement Head and other Procurement Managers in order to generate maximum synergy for the company Design, implement and carry our cross functional supplier audit strategies in line with BU requirements Liaise with BU department heads on their supplier development requirements, assuring quick and efficient turn around Select, evaluate and maintain relations with vendors through periodic performance reviews and ongoing audits Negotiate terms of contracts and deliveries that are favorable for the company and comply with local laws and regulations Ensure that company procurement procedures are fully and transparently followed at all times Secure material availability by minimizing single sourcing risks. Study market trends on pricing, alternative sources of materials, shipping practices and other patterns in the industry directly affecting procurement and advise the management accordingly

Supply Chain Administration

Adhere to Company standards and policies in addition to all regulatory requirements Support and implement Company initiatives to achieve performance, quality and safety metrics Contribute to periodic departmental and company planning and budgeting cycles including the annual Business Plan Process (BPP) Select, evaluate and develop department employees, following general HR policies Evaluate the training needs of all staff reporting to the position and ensure appropriate plans are in place Pro-actively monitor departmental operational and financial performance and develop personal and departmental action plans to achieve targets set for the department Actively support the BU management team in implementing BU- and company-wide policies/procedures and action plans Collaborate with Planning managers of other Safal group companies on sharing best practices and improving performance Ensure the safeguarding and security of Company assets

Key Competencies/ Skills


Office bound / on-site / May be required to travel The company may choose to relocate to branches or other sister offices as and when needed Participate in Job interviews for departmental recruits A strong command of spoken and written English (the business language of the Safal Group)


Minimum academic qualification: BCOM in Procurement / Supply Chain or Equivalent




General work experience (years): 10 Years


Specific to the position (level/discipline/years): 5 Years



Industry: - Manufacturing or FMCG as an added advantage