Procurement Manager at Ascentech Services Limited

Job Summary

• Responsible for strategizing and negotiating with suppliers and vendors in order to acquire the most cost-effective deals and to reduce procurement expenses

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement sourcing strategies that aid the achievement of the company’s goals
• Negotiating with suppliers and vendors to secure good and advantageous terms
• Control the procurement budget and promote a culture of long-term savings on procurement costs
• Assist the Maintenance Manager in supervising repairs
• Manage vendors' database for optimization
• Manage inventory and maintain agreed stock level to ensure availability of resources when required
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and deadlines with vendors and suppliers to ensure company's interest is protected
• Conduct market surveys from time to time to ensure the company gets the best prices for goods and services
• Monitor and update relevant departments regarding price fluctuations of goods and vendor pricing. Process purchase orders and ensure appropriate approvals before goods are purchased
• Ensure high quality of goods purchased and received
• Develop and implement procurement policies and procedures
• Ensure all procurements are within the budget; maintain procurement budget
• Work closely with the legal department to ensure contract terms are favourable to the company
• Process vendor payments accurately and on time
• Plan, manage, and evaluate logistics operations, liaising with internal stakeholders, suppliers, logistics providers, transportation companies, and customers
• Supervise teams of staff, including cleaners, maintenance, and security, ensuring that basic facilities needs, such as water and electricity, are available
• Perform other duties as assigned from time to time.

Qualifications

• BSc / H.N.D in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or related discipline
• Professional certification from the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply Management (CIPS) or any other relevant professional body is an added advantage
• Minimum of 6 years of experience.