Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procurement activities for IT hardware, software, and services, as well as logistics and transportation categories.

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies to ensure cost competitiveness, supplier reliability, and contract compliance.
• Negotiate contracts, license renewals, and service agreements to achieve the best value for the company.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including IT, Supply Chain, and Finance to align procurement initiatives with business objectives.
• Manage tendering processes, vendor evaluation, and performance monitoring to maintain high-quality standards.
• Identify opportunities for cost optimization, process improvement, and sustainable sourcing.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the procurement team to enhance performance and professional growth.
• Prepare category budgets, track savings initiatives, and provide regular procurement performance reports to management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, IT Management, or a related field.

• At least 10 years of experience in procurement, with a focus on IT and logistics categories, and 5 years in a managerial position.

• Proven experience in vendor management, strategic sourcing, and contract negotiation.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience using ERP or e-Procurement systems (e.g., SAP, Ariba, Oracle).
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills with a results-driven mindset.