Job Vacancy @ Africa Global Logistics – Procurement Manager

A leading Port Operator with 100% right to operate a container terminal. The government of Sierra Leone is a 20% equity owner. Has installed state-of-the-art equipment for effective and efficient operations.

PURPOSE:

• Manage the procurement of supplies,subscriptions, and services required by AGLentities.
• Ensure compliance and availability of thesesupplies and services.
• Oversee general installation works, office setups, renovations, maintenance, and repairs of office equipment, furniture, and other assets.
• Lead and manage the procurement team.

OPEN TO: NATIONALS ONLY

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Continuously monitor the market, including demand trends and product characteristics.
• Identify and source suppliers and products according to company needs.
• Manage the bidding process and tenders.
• Ensure the continuous improvement of the procurement software.
• Assess supplier proposals.
• Negotiate purchasing terms in coordination with the legal and financial departments,ensuring contract compliance (quality,deadlines, delivery, and payment).
• Select and list suppliers in accordance with company rules and procedures.
• Monitor and evaluate suppliers and service providers.
• Identify internal client needs and monitor the quantity and the frequency of purchasing the consumable products.
• Process and track purchase requests promptly.
• Conduct satisfaction surveys.
• Assist internal clients in drafting technical specifications.
• Ensure product compliance with technical specifications.
• Plan, organize, and supervise the procurement department's activities.
• Oversee quality control processes within the department.
• Ensure compliance with international ethical standards and Company Code of Conduct in coordination with Compliance Manager.
• Make available his expertise for the benefit of the Company whenever necessary.
• Overseas "third party due diligence" process in coordination with Compliance Manager.

- Minimum bachelor's degree in commerce,
management, procurement, or purchasing.
- At least 5 years

Behavioral Skills:

• Rigor and organization.
• Dynamism and open-mindedness.
• Strong interpersonal skills and assertiveness.
• Negotiation and persuasion skills.
• High integrity.
• Strong listening and analytical skills.

Professional Skills:

• Expertise in tendering procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong knowledge of negotiation techniques and procurement consultation processes.
• Proficiency in ERP procurement and supply chain management software.
• Ability to lead the implementation of procurement software projects.

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