Purchasing Manager job description

About the job

We are looking for a purchasing manager to set purchasing policies and plans, lead the purchasing team and negotiate with suppliers for the best value, quality and terms.

Duties and responsibilities

• Set purchasing policies, procedures and approval limits
• Prepare the annual purchasing plan with departments within budget
• Negotiate prices, payment and delivery terms with suppliers
• Approve large purchase orders and framework agreements
• Evaluate suppliers regularly and develop local and foreign alternatives
• Oversee tenders and bid opening and evaluation committees
• Track purchasing costs, deliver savings and report on them
• Lead the purchasing team and ensure integrity and transparency in its work

Working conditions

• Occasional travel to suppliers or trade fairs

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, economics, engineering or accounting
• At least 6 years of experience in purchasing and supplier management, including at least 2 years leading a team

The years of experience follow the level you choose when posting.

Skills

• Procurement
• Negotiation
• Supplier management
• Contracts
• Rate analysis
• Tender management
• Imports and letters of credit
• Leadership

Preferred

• A professional certificate such as CIPS or CPSM
• Experience in oil sector or government project procurement
• Good English for correspondence and contracts