27 Nov 2024
Manager, Procurement at Standard Bank
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- Company: Standard Bank
- Location: Tanzania
- State: Dar Es Salaam Jobs
- Job type: Full-Time
- Job category: Administrative/Secretarial Jobs in Tanzania
Job Description
Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Manager, Procurement to join our team in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. As the Manager, Procurement, you will play a crucial role in overseeing and optimizing our organization’s procurement processes, ensuring cost-effectiveness, and maintaining strong supplier relationships.
- Develop and implement strategic procurement plans aligned with organizational goals
- Lead and mentor a team of procurement professionals, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement
- Negotiate and manage contracts with suppliers to secure favorable terms and conditions
- Analyze market trends, pricing, and supplier performance to identify cost-saving opportunities
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand and meet their procurement needs
- Implement and maintain procurement policies, procedures, and best practices
- Oversee the use of procurement software and systems to streamline processes
- Manage supplier relationships and resolve any issues that may arise
- Ensure compliance with local and international procurement regulations
- Prepare and present procurement performance reports to senior management
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field
- 10+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain management
- 5+ years of experience in a leadership role
- Proven expertise in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management
- Strong knowledge of procurement best practices and regulations
- Proficiency in procurement software (e.g., SAP Ariba, Oracle Procurement) and Microsoft Office Suite
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on cost reduction
- Outstanding leadership and team management abilities
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience working in international trade and logistics
- Professional certification (e.g., CPSP, CIPS) preferred.
- Must be a member of the Procurement & Supplies Professionals and Technicians Board (PSPTB)
- Ability to adapt to the local business environment in Tanzania
Additional Information
Behavioral Competencies:
- Articulating Information
- Convincing People
- Developing Expertise
- Embracing Change
- Exploring Possibilities
- Generating Ideas
- Interpreting Data
- Providing Insights
- Resolving Conflict
- Showing Composure
- Taking Action
- Upholding Standards
Technical Competencies:
- Change Management (HR)
- Commercial Acumen
- Continuous Process Improvement
- Difficult Calls Management
- Process Analysis and Redesign
- Procurement Knowledge
- Procurement Process
- Programme Management
- Project Management (Project Mgmt)
- Project Planning
- Project Reporting
- Stakeholder Management
- Strategic Business Relationship Management
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Use of Process Design Tools & Systems
- Written Communication
Method of Application
Submit your CV and Application on Company Website : Click HereClosing Date : 30th November, 2024.
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