Head of Procurement

Responsibilities

• Lead in the development of a procurement plan and strategy for the Institute.
• Undertake initial negotiation of supplier and vendor agreements.
• Manage all supplier and vendor contracts.
• Review and approve all items prior to purchase.
• Develop Procurement policies and procedures for the Institute
• Lead the procurement team by setting yearly objectives and monitoring them.
• Negotiate effective contracts with suppliers by adhering to the policies and procedures.
• Create and Manage relationships with Suppliers.
• Establish an effective mechanism to ensure that stock are replenished.
• Source for competitive quotations for price, quality and delivery conditions
• Confirm orders with suppliers follow up deliveries and liaise with accounts office to ensure suppliers are paid promptly.
• Seek approval from relevant departments and authorities to commit the company to the transaction.
• Submit periodic reports to the Head of Finance/President.
• Perform any other duties that may be assigned from time.

Qualifications and Experience:

The ideal Candidate must possess:

• A Masters’ Degree in Procurement or related field.
• Ten (10) years’ relevant experience a minimum of five (5) years in a managerial role.

Must have knowledge in

• Contract Tending
• Policies on Procurement

Skills:

• Proactive
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills
• Communication Skills
• Leadership Skills

Abilities:

• Multitask
• Manage time effectively
• Work in a team

Location: Accra

Salary Range: Attractive

Employment Type: Full Time