Procurement Manager

Overview

Procurement Strategy & Planning

• Develop and implement project procurement strategies, packaging approaches, and sourcing plans aligned with programme delivery requirements.
• Lead development of procurement schedules and ensure integration with overall programme timelines, cost plans, and phasing.
• Advise senior stakeholders on procurement methodologies, market conditions, and risk-based approaches to sourcing.

End-To-End Procurement Management

• Oversee the full procurement lifecycle from prequalification through tendering, evaluation, negotiation, and contract award.
• Review and approve tender documentation, including RFPs, commercial terms, and evaluation criteria, prior to issuance.
• Ensure procurement activities are executed in line with approved procedures, governance frameworks, and audit requirements.

Tendering & Supplier Management

• Lead supplier prequalification, longlisting and shortlisting, and due diligence processes.
• Manage tender clarification processes and stakeholder engagement during bid evaluation.
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure competitive tension, market intelligence, and reliable delivery.

Commercial & Contractual Oversight

• Lead commercial evaluation of bids and provide recommendations for award, including value engineering and risk assessment.
• Manage contract negotiations to secure optimal pricing, terms, and risk allocation.
• Ensure contracts, purchase orders, and agreements are approved in line with defined Levels of Authority (LoA).

Governance, Compliance & Audit

• Ensure all procurement activities comply with internal policies, governance frameworks, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain robust audit trails, documentation standards, and reporting structures across all procurement packages.
• Support internal and external audits by demonstrating procurement integrity, transparency, and consistency.

Programme Integration & Stakeholder Management

• Interface with Project Management, Engineering, Commercial, Legal, and Finance teams to align procurement with programme delivery.
• Provide regular procurement reporting to senior management, including progress, risks, and market insights.
• Support decision-making by providing clear recommendations on procurement risks, trade-offs, and delivery impacts.

Risk Management & Market Intelligence

• Identify supply chain risks, capacity constraints, and market volatility impacting procurement delivery.
• Develop mitigation strategies including alternative sourcing, packaging adjustments, and timing optimisation.
• Produce market intelligence insights to inform procurement strategies and programme planning.

Team Leadership & Performance Management

• Lead and manage procurement teams including Buyers, Contract Administrators, and support resources.
• Allocate workloads, monitor performance, and ensure quality and consistency across procurement outputs.
• Mentor and develop procurement professionals, ensuring adherence to best practices and continuous improvement.

Key Interfaces

• Project Director / Programme Leadership.
• Commercial & Cost Management Teams.
• Engineering & Design Teams.
• Legal & Contracts Function.
• Finance & Controls.
• External Suppliers, Contractors, and Consultants.

Technical

• End-to-end procurement lifecycle management.
• Tendering and competitive bidding processes.
• Contract formation (e.g. FIDIC or equivalent).
• Procurement planning and scheduling.
• Commercial evaluation and negotiation.

Behavioural

• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication.
• Strategic thinking and decision-making.
• High attention to detail and governance compliance.
• Leadership and team development.
• Ability to operate in complex, multi-stakeholder environments.

Experience & Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience in procurement within infrastructure, construction, or major capital programmes.
• Demonstrated experience managing procurement delivery on large-scale or multi-package programmes.
• Degree in engineering, commercial, supply chain, or related discipline.
• Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. CIPS, RICS) is desirable.

Key Deliverables

• Approved Procurement Strategy and Plan.
• Tender and evaluation documentation.
• Award recommendations and approvals.
• Executed contracts and purchase orders.
• Procurement reports and dashboards.
• Audit-ready procurement records
• Rewards & benefits
• Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.

This Includes

• Tax-free salary.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Medical insurance.
• Annual leave balance.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Transportation & housing allowances.
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.
• Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.

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