Job Description

We are looking for a procurement manager, who will manage the procurement of equipment purchases of items in Engineering design phase 1 in our world class solar PV systems. These include Solar PV modules, inverters, generators, storage equipment and other items.
In this exciting role, you will play an integral role in ensuring that the company stays within budgets and operates efficiently, with competitive pricing and timeous delivery being key priorities. While ensuring adherence to our company procurement quality policies, this role includes a macro procurement view across all projects in our pipeline. A drive for attractive deals by establishing long term, high quality partnerships with trusted suppliers and subcontractors is an excellent attribute to have in this role, as we aim for optimal pricing agreements with bulk procurement, to ensure that our systems stay the best in the business.Responsibilities and Duties
The Procurement Manager will proactively support the wider teams core procurement and purchasing activities including (but not necessarily limited to);
Key player in supplier and subcontractor vetting procedures alongside COO. This would need to be done for any country in Africa which requires an installed system. Vet suppliers and products that has been requested for use by the Engineering Department.
Keep pricelists updated for Engineering Department to use for detailed project costing.
Drive & develop project Bill of Quantities (BOQ) in conjunction with Engineering Department.
Handover project procurement list (BOQ) to Project Management Dept.
Project budget review and signatory on behalf of Engineering Department.
Driving and monitoring credit applications with suppliers.
Liaises with key company employees to determine their product and service needs.
Monitors business trends and product availability to pay the best price for company goods and services without sacrificing quality or delivery times.
Nurtures relationships with suppliers to negotiate the best prices for company.
Identifies and researches potential new suppliers.
Research new products and services to meet company's goals.
Assesses total costs of company purchases.
Develops and implements strategies for procuring, storing, and distributing products and monitoring stock levels.
Company stock & inventory management.
Ensure all duties listed above are implemented across all Company Branches in Africa.
Adhere to company ISO 9001 & 45001 Compliances.Knowledge, Skills and Attributes
People person
Good at networking
Excellent written and communication skills
Superior organisational skills
Good business instincts
Good negotiator
Financial analysis skills
Logistics skills
Strategic planning abilities
Specialized industry knowledge
A minimum tertiary qualification of B.Com.

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