Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of buyers, purchasing officers, and related workers involved in purchasing materials, products, and services.
Lead all negotiations with subcontractors and suppliers to achieve best quality and cost.
Manage overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of procurement for the facility.
Implement procurement strategies to maintain the security of supply and optimum value for money.
Perform all procurement and contracting activities including pre-qualification, tender management, negotiation and preparation of contracts.
Develop key relationships with business stakeholders and strategic supply partners to improve business.
Implement change and develop new processes to better procure goods and services.
Draft, review, negotiate contracts with suppliers to obtain best price and services with proper SLA.
Ensure availability of more than one viable alternative supplier for all requirements.
Identify cost reduction opportunities to achieve financial goals.
Review current processes for procurement and make recommendations where appropriate.
Provide periodic reporting for management on purchasing, controls and processes.
