Procurement Lead

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Job Description

Are you a procurement professional looking to lead strategic sourcing and drive operational excellence? We’re hiring a Procurement Lead to join our Administration Division. In this pivotal role, you’ll bridge day-to-day purchasing operations with strategic sourcing initiatives, ensuring our procurement practices are ethical, compliant, and cost-effective.

You will supervise a dedicated team, act as deputy to the Procurement Director, and ensure all procurement and asset-management activities align with CUD’s policies and values.

Key Responsibilities

• Convert approved requests into purchase orders; consolidate orders for volume advantage.
• Source, compare, and analyze vendor bids in line with procurement thresholds.
• Maintain supplier records, contracts, and vendor performance scorecards.
• Oversee inspection, tagging, and recording of incoming assets and inventory.
• Monitor compliance with internal controls and procurement regulations.
• Lead process improvements, reporting and digital tool integration.
• Manage and mentor procurement officers and assistants.
• Promote ethical, sustainable, and socially responsible sourcing practices.

Qualifications & Experience

Technical Skills

Key Competencies

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Why Join Us?

At CUD, you will be part of a purpose-driven organization that values sustainability, ethics, and continuous improvement. You’ll have the opportunity to lead strategic procurement initiatives and contribute to operational excellence in a vibrant academic setting.

Additional Information

Seniority level : Mid-Senior level

Employment type : Full-time

Job function : Purchasing and Supply Chain

Industries : Higher Education

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