Procurement Manager

Functional Accountabilities Area of Contribution Lead strategic sourcing negotiations and supplier management to reduce procurement costs and contribute directly to organizational profitability Manage procurement budgets aligned with financial goals Negotiate favorable payment terms to improve cash flow Evaluate team performance against departmental KPIs and delivery targets Identify and mitigate financial risks in the supply chain Monitor and enforce contract terms to maximize value Key Activities Financial Strategically source and negotiate to optimize costs Manage procurement budgets and ensure financial targets are met Negotiate payment terms to enhance cash flow Review supplier performance and contractual compliance Assess and mitigate supply chain financial risks Enforce contract terms for cost savings and risk management Process Collaborate with internal departments to understand procurement needs Develop implement and ensure compliance with procurement procedures Leverage group purchasing via IDO Procurement Develop new vendors and maintain strong supplier relationships Monitor market trends for sourcing opportunities Ensure transparency fairness and compliance in procurement activities Maintain a comprehensive supplier database Improve procurement processes through staff training and system upgrades Promote ethical procurement practices Contract Management Independently manage contract lifecycle Negotiate draft and manage supplier contracts Monitor contract performance and enforce SLAs Track contract expiry renewals and retendering Maintain organized contract documentation Customer and Reporting Act as liaison with internal stakeholders to align procurement activities Enhance procurement efficiency and supplier performance Ensure transparency and traceability for audits and compliance Provide reports and insights for decisionmaking and performance evaluation Communication Working Relationships Internal Coordinate with crossfunctional teams to align procurement with business objectives Report to management on procurement progress and issues External Negotiate with suppliers regarding prices terms and delivery Maintain strong vendor relationships through regular communication Qualifications Experience Skills Educational Qualifications Bachelors degree in Commerce Finance Accounting B Tech BE with procurement background Membership in CIPS or equivalent desirable Professional Qualifications Knowledge of ERP Oracle desirable Aviation industry knowledge desired Experience Minimum 12 years in procurement managing complex activities and supplier relations Proven leadership in managing procurement teams mentoring and performance management Safety Accountability Responsibilities Comply with airport safety procedures and safety management systems Report safety occurrences and potential risks Support safety audits and investigations as required