Procurement Manager

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Procurement Manager to lead strategic sourcing initiatives and elevate procurement governance. The ideal candidate will be hands-on, audit-ready, and capable of reviewing and enhancing existing procurement frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive strategic procurement initiatives aligned with internal policies, governance standards, and business objectives.
• Lead and manage solutions procurement processes, including preparation and execution of RFPs, vendor evaluations using Q-scoring and T-scoring, and proposal assessments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to define and validate scopes of work for products and services.
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with new and existing vendors to ensure cost-effectiveness and quality service delivery.
• Oversee the review of service agreements and contracts, preparing detailed reports and recommendations for approval.
• Ensure full compliance with procurement governance and reporting standards, including preparation for internal and external audits.
• Lead efforts to review, assess, and enhance procurement processes, with an immediate focus on an upcoming internal audit scheduled for January.
• Identify gaps in current procurement practices and propose practical improvements to strengthen internal controls and operational efficiency.

Key Requirements