Head of Procurement

Recruitment Matters Africa Pvt Ltd

Job Location:

Harare - Zimbabwe

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Head of Procurement will be responsible for leading developing and implementing the procurement strategy to ensure cost-effective efficient and compliant sourcing of goods and services. This role requires a strong negotiator and strategic thinker who can build supplier relationships manage budgets and drive value creation across the organization.

Salary:

Negotiable

Responsibilities:

Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with company objectives.
Lead the procurement team to achieve operational excellence and value for money.
Source evaluate and negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive pricing and favorable terms.
Establish and maintain vendor management systems including performance evaluation and risk management.
Ensure compliance with internal policies industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Manage procurement budgets forecasts and reporting to support financial objectives.
Drive cost reduction initiatives and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and ensure timely supply of goods and services.
Oversee contract drafting administration and renewals.
Champion sustainable procurement practices and support corporate social responsibility initiatives.

Key Skills:

Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
Strong analytical and financial acumen.
Leadership and team development capabilities.
High integrity professionalism and results-oriented approach.
Ability to work under pressure and deliver within tight deadlines.
Proficiency in ERP systems and procurement software.
Strong knowledge of procurement best practices supply chain management and contract law.
Proven track record in vendor negotiation cost reduction and strategic sourcing.
Experience in FMCG is highly desirable.

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Procurement Business Administration or related field (Masters preferred).
Professional certification such as CIPS or equivalent is an added advantage.
Minimum of 8 10 years progressive procurement experience with at least 5 years in a leadership role.

Salary:

Negotiable

Responsibilities:

Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with company objectives.
Lead the procurement team to achieve operational excellence and value for money.
Source evaluate and negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive pricing and favorable terms.
Establish and maintain vendor management systems including performance evaluation and risk management.
Ensure compliance with internal policies industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Manage procurement budgets forecasts and reporting to support financial objectives.
Drive cost reduction initiatives and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and ensure timely supply of goods and services.
Oversee contract drafting administration and renewals.
Champion sustainable procurement practices and support corporate social responsibility initiatives.

Key Skills:

Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
Strong analytical and financial acumen.
Leadership and team development capabilities.
High integrity professionalism and results-oriented approach.
Ability to work under pressure and deliver within tight deadlines.
Proficiency in ERP systems and procurement software.
Strong knowledge of procurement best practices supply chain management and contract law.
Proven track record in vendor negotiation cost reduction and strategic sourcing.
Experience in FMCG is highly desirable.

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Procurement Business Administration or related field (Masters preferred).
Professional certification such as CIPS or equivalent is an added advantage.
Minimum of 8 10 years progressive procurement experience with at least 5 years in a leadership role.