Procurement Manager

• Key Responsibilities

1. Vendor Sourcing & Management

• Identify, onboard, and manage local vendors and suppliers
• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships for consistent supply and pricing advantage
• Conduct regular market visits to evaluate new sourcing opportunities

2. Field Operations

• Visit markets, warehouses, and supplier locations for procurement activities
• Physically inspect materials for quality, specifications, and compliance
• Coordinate pickups, logistics, and dispatch timelines

3. Procurement Executions

• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules
• Raise purchase orders (POs) and ensure timely order placement
• Track order status and resolve supply-side issues proactively

4. Digital & Administrative Work

• Maintain procurement records, vendor databases, and inventory logs
• Work on spreadsheets, emails, and procurement software for reporting and tracking
• Prepare cost comparisons, vendor evaluations, and procurement reports

5. Cost Optimization

• Continuously identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality
• Benchmark pricing across vendors and markets
• Key Requirements Must own a bike and be willing to travel extensively for fieldwork
• Comfortable with daily field visits + office/computer work balance
• Proficient in MS Excel, email communication, and basic digital tools
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
• Good understanding of local markets and supply chains
• Ability to multitask and work under deadlines