Procurement Manager at Olam Agri

LJOB LOCATION Ilorin, Kwara JOB DETAILS Leads evaluation and selection of suppliers in terms of quality, service, cost, and capability. Procurement of General, consumable Items (MRO Items), AGO, Raw material and capex Participates in the development of sourcing strategies. Make purchase orders, job orders as the case may be and follow up with vendors for timely delivery of the goods and services. Looks for productivity gains, which may include working with Improvement Leaders and Service Center personnel. Looks for alternative sources, through individual research, and working with other Buyers, Sr. Buyers, and Executive Buyers. Oversees contract implementation and supplier performance/interaction; involved with resolving operational issues. Documents issues for quality, service, safety, and supply (into the Sourcing quality data bases) and resolves issues with suppliers. Identifies and drives continuous improvement. Oversees contract implementation and supplier performance and interaction. Negotiates and delivers savings to meet business requirements and company objectives Key Deliverables Understands market dynamics, labor rates/market rates, etc. that may impact buy. Uses Auction Tools, RFIs, RFQs, RFPs and/or sealed bids. Creates leveraged agreements as appropriate. Calculates and reports accomplishments in all appropriate systems. Direct procurement policies to ensure all items are purchased and delivered within budget and time constraints manage vendor and supplier selection process based on price, quality, support, capacity, and reliability Develop and manage purchasing budgets and forecasts. End to end process knowledge of Import & Export of commodity and consumable items. Well Versed with process of EXIM Certification & documentation process. Understanding local government EXIM rules and regulation. Resolve all conflicts with vendors and other stakeholders. Share all relevant documents with Finance for timely payment Train subordinates and guide the team for better performance. Requirements Engineering Degree is required. Master’s or MBA degree in fields such as business administration, finance, is preferred. Strong preference for CIPS or similar professional qualification Should have passed engineering +MBA preferred from a good institute and have 5-7 years’ experience in handling end to end procurement in a mass manufacturing company. Good Hands on Contract Management. Experience in DIRECT Procurement of General and consumable Items. (MRO Items), AGO , packaging material and asset purchases. High competency level in SAP MM,SAP Ariba. Well Versed with process of EXIM Certification & documentation process. Strong leadership capabilities, excellent negotiation and analytical skills Good knowledge of engineering spares and consumables Able to work in multicultural environment and able to work independently. Application Closing Date Not Specified.

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