Senior Manager, Real Estate and Administration (Procurement) at African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank)

Job Summary

• The Senior Manager, Real Estate and Administration (Procurement) is responsible for leading and overseeing all procurement and supply chain operations within the Real Estate and Administration Department.
• The role involves strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, contract management, procurement process optimization, compliance enforcement, and budget oversight.
• The incumbent will develop and implement procurement strategies to ensure cost-efficiency, transparency, and quality service delivery while maintaining compliance with Bank policies, procurement standards, and regulatory requirements.
• The Senior Manager will also lead a team of procurement professionals, ensuring effective resource allocation, vendor management, and continuous improvement in procurement processes to support the Bank’s strategic objectives.

Procurement & Supply Chain Management:

• Develop and implement a strategic procurement framework, ensuring compliance with Bank policies, procurement regulations, and QHSE standards.
• Oversee the full procurement cycle, including supplier selection, contract negotiations, procurement planning, and purchasing execution.
• Ensure all procurement activities align with Service Level Agreements (SLAs), cost controls, and operational compliance.
• Manage supplier performance, monitoring service quality, delivery times, contract compliance, and pricing effectiveness.
• Implement risk management strategies to mitigate procurement-related risks and ensure business continuity.
• Oversee the procurement of goods and services, ensuring timely delivery and cost-effectiveness.
• Maintain an updated vendor database, continuously identifying and sourcing new suppliers to enhance service delivery and pricing competitiveness.
• Lead contract negotiations with key vendors, ensuring optimal terms for cost, quality, delivery timelines, and payment conditions.
• Collaborate with Finance, Legal, and Administration teams to review, approve, and finalize procurement contracts.
• Monitor market trends, supplier innovations, and procurement best practices to drive efficiency and continuous improvement in procurement operations.

Procurement Compliance & Financial Oversight:

• Ensure full compliance with Bank procurement policies, regulatory requirements, and international procurement best practices.
• Oversee the development and enforcement of procurement policies and procedures, ensuring operational transparency.
• Monitor budget adherence across procurement activities, ensuring cost-effective spending and financial prudence.
• Conduct procurement audits, ensuring all purchasing activities meet internal and external compliance standards.
• Implement procurement reporting frameworks, providing management with insights on expenditures, cost savings, and process efficiencies.
• Coordinate with the Finance team to manage procurement budgets, cost projections, and financial reconciliation.
• Lead the end-of-year procurement evaluation, ensuring accurate reporting on supplier performance and budget utilization.

Supplier & Vendor Relationship Management:

• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships, ensuring high-quality service delivery and operational efficiency.
• Establish vendor performance management systems, monitoring supplier compliance with contracts and service expectations.
• Conduct regular supplier evaluations, implementing corrective actions when necessary to enhance service standards.
• Manage procurement risk by maintaining a contingency supplier network, ensuring business continuity in case of service disruptions.
• Lead strategic supplier negotiations, ensuring the Bank secures the best pricing, delivery terms, and service agreements.

Team Leadership & Performance Management:

• Lead and mentor the procurement team, ensuring a high-performance culture that aligns with the Bank’s strategic objectives.
• Develop and implement training programs to enhance the procurement team’s technical expertise and process efficiency.
• Conduct performance evaluations, providing structured feedback to optimize individual and team contributions.
• Foster team collaboration, ensuring seamless coordination between procurement, finance, and administration teams.
• Promote innovation and process optimization, encouraging continuous improvement in procurement strategies and workflows.

Other Responsibilities:

• Provide advisory support to senior management on procurement-related matters.
• Represent the Bank in external procurement meetings, vendor negotiations, and industry forums.
• Perform additional duties as required by management or operational needs.

Job Requirements
Education & Professional Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Master’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or Business Administration is preferred.
• Professional certifications such as CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply), CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management), or equivalent are an added advantage.

Experience:

• Minimum 10 years of procurement and supply chain management experience, preferably in the financial, banking, or corporate sectors.
• At least 5 years of managerial experience, leading procurement teams in a large organization.
• Proven experience in contract negotiations, supplier management, and cost optimization.
• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance, procurement risk management, and financial forecasting.

Skills & Competencies:

• Expertise in procurement strategy development, vendor negotiations, and contract management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for cost control, supplier evaluations, and risk mitigation.
• Proficiency in SAP, Oracle, or other Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) procurement systems.
• Ability to manage multi-million-dollar procurement budgets effectively.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills, with experience in cross-functional collaboration.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills to influence key stakeholders and suppliers.
• In-depth knowledge of QHSE procurement standards, financial regulations, and internal audit compliance.