Section Manager - Procurement

Procurement Strategy & Leadership

• Lead and manage the Procurement Section in achieving departmental and organisational objectives.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies that support operational requirements and long-term business growth.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance procurement efficiency, supplier performance, and cost competitiveness.
• Establish and monitor procurement KPIs to ensure performance targets are achieved.
• Lead, coach, and develop procurement team members while fostering a high-performance culture.
• Support change management initiatives and drive process enhancement projects across the procurement function.

Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for direct and indirect materials, equipment, services, and subcontracted activities.
• Identify, evaluate, qualify, and onboard suppliers to ensure a competitive and reliable supply base.
• Lead supplier negotiations covering commercial terms, pricing, contracts, service levels, and long-term agreements.
• Build strong supplier partnerships to improve quality, delivery performance, and overall value.
• Conduct regular supplier performance reviews and implement corrective actions where necessary.
• Support supplier development initiatives to improve supplier capabilities and operational performance.

Cost Management & Contract Negotiation

• Drive cost reduction and cost avoidance initiatives while maintaining quality and delivery standards.
• Analyse spending patterns and identify opportunities for procurement optimisation.
• Lead commercial negotiations to secure favourable pricing, payment terms, and contractual agreements.
• Monitor commodity trends, market conditions, and supply chain risks that may impact procurement activities.
• Develop mitigation strategies to minimise supply disruptions and cost volatility.

Supply Chain & Inventory Management

• Collaborate with Operations, Production Planning, Engineering, Quality, and Finance teams to ensure material availability.
• Support inventory optimisation initiatives while balancing operational requirements and working capital objectives.
• Monitor supplier delivery performance and resolve supply-related issues to avoid disruptions.
• Manage procurement activities supporting production schedules, repair operations, and customer commitments.
• Ensure effective planning and forecasting processes with suppliers.

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, industry regulations, and quality management requirements.
• Maintain compliance with contractual, import/export, and regulatory requirements where applicable.
• Support internal and external audits and ensure procurement documentation is maintained accurately.
• Promote ethical sourcing practices and adherence to procurement governance standards.

Stakeholder Management

• Work closely with Engineering, Quality, Operations, Finance, Supply Chain, and Senior Management teams to support business objectives.
• Act as a key point of contact for procurement-related matters across the organisation.
• Provide procurement insights, market intelligence, and recommendations to management.
• Support cross-functional initiatives including supplier localisation, process improvements, risk management, and business continuity planning.