Group procurement head For industrial group

A large industrial group is looking to hire a Group Procurement head to lead its Procurement operations across its operating entities. The Group operates various industrial facilities across Greater Cairo, Delta, Alexandria & the Red Sea. The Group Procurement Head will be responsible for ensuring the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of the purchasing processes within the organization. This involves setting purchasing policies, managing purchasing budgets, and overall management of purchasing processes. Her/His duties shall include:

· Develop the organization procurement business plan and ensure its effective communication and implementation.

· Maintaining an in-depth knowledge of the market to ensure best value and practices are maintained.

· Creating and maintaining positive relationships with current and new suppliers.

· Forecasting ongoing demand for goods and services.

· Researching options to source best value products and services. Identifying potential suppliers of products or services who can meet specific needs or provide new opportunities for scaling & performance enhancement.

· Negotiating contracts and service agreements with suppliers. Running procurement tenders (as/when needed).

· Assessing price and market trends, reporting impact on the organization, and advising mitigation/optimization strategies and action plans.

· Maintaining the purchasing budget and ensuring best value is maintained.

· Implementing relevant training for individuals within the procurement department.

· Ensuring proper filing & documentation is maintained for all departmental aspects in compliance with laws, regulations, company policies and best practices.

· Monitor & advice on suppliers’ performance, with a focus on ensuring efficiency, risk mitigation, security and sustainability.

· Reviewing purchase orders for accuracy and approving payment for goods or services received. Collaborating with finance department and internal audit department to review and audit supplier invoices for accuracy and discrepancies.

· Developing, advising and improving procurement SOPs (standard operating procedures) & related systems and manuals.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree or higher.
• 8+ years of procurement experience in a reputable local/international organization
• 4+ years of procurement management experience
• 2+ Experience in industrial organizations.
• Experience in multi-site industrial operations is a STRONG plus.
• Experience in FMCG industry is a STRONG plus.
• Demonstrable excellence in communications, presentations, and negotiation skills.
• Experience with ERP and/or electronic procurement systems.
• Experience in building & maintaining a vendor management & appraisal framework.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Fluency in Arabic & English is a MUST.
• Computer proficiency is a MUST.

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