Procurement Manager

Job Brief

Job Responsibilities

• **Procurement Management:**
• Lead and manage the end-to-end procurement process for materials, equipment, spare parts, chemicals, and services required for water treatment projects and operations.
• **Strategic Sourcing:**
• Identify, evaluate, and develop reliable local and international suppliers to ensure cost-effective procurement and uninterrupted supply of materials.
• **Vendor Management:**
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers and subcontractors to achieve optimum commercial benefits.
• **Purchase Planning:**
• Coordinate with engineering, projects, operations, and maintenance teams to forecast procurement requirements and ensure timely material availability.
• **International Procurement & Logistics:**
• Oversee international shipments, customs clearance processes, country of origin documentation, HS code verification, and coordination with freight forwarders and customs brokers.
• **Inventory Management:**
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure optimal stock availability for project execution and operational requirements while minimizing excess inventory.
• **Order Processing & Expediting:**
• Track purchase orders and ensure the timely delivery of materials, resolving any supply chain issues or delays proactively.
• **Documentation & Compliance:**
• Ensure all procurement and logistics documentation, including purchase orders, invoices, packing lists, shipping documents, and import/export records, are accurate and compliant with company policies and international regulations.
• **Cost Control & Budgeting:**
• Monitor procurement budgets and identify opportunities for cost reduction, value engineering, and operational efficiency improvements.
• **Supplier Performance Evaluation:**
• Conduct periodic supplier evaluations based on quality, delivery performance, pricing, and service standards.
• **Team Leadership:**
• Supervise and guide procurement and logistics personnel, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to company procedures.
• **Risk Management:**
• Identify procurement risks, supply chain disruptions, and compliance issues, implementing mitigation plans to ensure continuity of operations.
• **Continuous Improvement:**
• Develop and implement procurement strategies, policies, and process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and service quality.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• **8–12 years**
• of experience in procurement, supply chain, or logistics management, preferably within
• water treatment, MEP, EPC, industrial, or manufacturing sectors.
• Strong knowledge of international procurement, import/export regulations, customs procedures, and logistics coordination.
• Experience in vendor negotiations, contract management, and strategic sourcing.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Proficiency in ERP systems, procurement software, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and procurement activities under tight deadlines.