Procurement Manager at Lafam Facility Management

Job Description:

·         Procurement Management

• Liaise with different departments to ascertain requirements; forecast likely levels of demand for services and products to meet business needs
• Develop procurement plans and budgets
• Process purchase orders and place orders for approved purchases
• Procure fit-for-purpose goods and services according to budget and specification in a timely and efficient manner
• Manage the procurement process; ensure adherence to good procurement practices
• Source for suitable vendors, contractors and suppliers
• Ensure accurate documentation of procurement transactions; maintain files related to purchase orders, purchasing, vendors, bids, quotes and other correspondence
• Negotiate and secure contracts and contractors, supplies and other product/service requirements
• Develop Request For Proposals (RFPs) and coordinate the bidding process
• Evaluate bids in collaboration with other relevant officers as applicable; make recommendations based on commercial and technical factors/criteria
• Serve as the first point of contact for all procurement issues

·         Vendor/Contract Management

• Identify potential suppliers and manage existing suppliers; build and maintain good working relationships
• Monitor contractor/vendor performance and ensure delivery according to agreement
• Ensure organizational adherence to contract terms and service conditions; ensure timely payment of vendors and suppliers

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineering, Procurement or a related discipline
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in purchasing or procurement
• Discretion; ethics; attention to details; ability to multi-task