Procurement Manager

Industry: Water Treatment

The Procurement Manager will be responsible for managing and overseeing the complete procurement and supply chain activities of the company for water treatment projects, operations, and maintenance requirements.

The role involves strategic sourcing, vendor management, procurement planning, logistics coordination, inventory control, and ensuring the timely availability of materials and equipment while maintaining cost efficiency and compliance with company standards and international trade regulations.

This position plays a critical role in ensuring uninterrupted project execution through effective procurement planning, supplier coordination, and supply chain optimization.

Job Responsibilities:

• Procurement Management: Lead and manage the end-to-end procurement process for materials, equipment, spare parts, chemicals, and services required for water treatment projects and operations.
• Strategic Sourcing: Identify, evaluate, and develop reliable local and international suppliers to ensure cost-effective procurement and uninterrupted supply of materials.
• Vendor Management: Negotiate contracts, pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers and subcontractors to achieve optimum commercial benefits.
• Purchase Planning: Coordinate with engineering, projects, operations, and maintenance teams to forecast procurement requirements and ensure timely material availability.
• International Procurement & Logistics: Oversee international shipments, customs clearance processes, country of origin documentation, HS code verification, and coordination with freight forwarders and customs brokers.
• Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels and ensure optimal stock availability for project execution and operational requirements while minimizing excess inventory.
• Order Processing & Expediting: Track purchase orders and ensure the timely delivery of materials, resolving any supply chain issues or delays proactively.
• Documentation & Compliance: Ensure all procurement and logistics documentation, including purchase orders, invoices, packing lists, shipping documents, and import/export records, are accurate and compliant with company policies and international regulations.
• Cost Control & Budgeting: Monitor procurement budgets and identify opportunities for cost reduction, value engineering, and operational efficiency improvements.
• Supplier Performance Evaluation: Conduct periodic supplier evaluations based on quality, delivery performance, pricing, and service standards.
• Team Leadership: Supervise and guide procurement and logistics personnel, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to company procedures.
• Risk Management: Identify procurement risks, supply chain disruptions, and compliance issues, implementing mitigation plans to ensure continuity of operations.
• Continuous Improvement: Develop and implement procurement strategies, policies, and process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and service quality.