Our client is a market leader in the supply chain of technical goods across Africa, offering specialized solutions to industries such as Energy, Mining, and Construction. With operations in 8 countries, including a strong presence in sub-Saharan Africa, our client has built a reputation for reliability, innovation, and technical excellence.

About the Role:
As General Procurement Manager, you will oversee the General Procurement category, ensuring operational excellence, commercial growth, and strategic supplier development to support the Technical Business Unit’s long-term objectives.

Key Responsibilities:
Commercial Management & Business Development

• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with existing clients, ensuring ongoing business success.
• Research target markets and prospective clients; prepare tailored proposals for the technical segment.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities to support the category's growth.
• Conduct both local and international market trips to nurture partnerships and grow market share.
• Source new suppliers and products locally and globally to strengthen the competitive edge.
• Lead supplier negotiations to secure the best terms for the business unit.
• Shape the strategic roadmap for the development and positioning of the category.

Operational Excellence

• Develop, implement, and monitor procurement policies, procedures, and checklists for the team.
• Oversee the timely and accurate preparation of commercial and technical proposals.
• Handle claims and maintain high service standards within the department.
• This is a hands-on position; you will also directly prepare proposals and oversee order processing in collaboration with the logistics team.

Team & Performance Management

• Conduct regular performance reviews and strategic activity analysis.
• Lead and mentor a small team of buyers, ensuring workload, productivity, and quality targets are met.
• Foster skill development and professional growth within the team.
• Oversee timely staff performance appraisals and provide ongoing coaching and support.

Your Profile:

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Engineering or any related field.
• Minimum 10 years of work experience in procurement or a related field.
• Willingness to travel in Africa - approximately 1 week per month.
• Proven leadership track record, with strong negotiation and strategic thinking abilities.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong commercial acumen and project management capabilities.

Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic business at the forefront of Africa’s technical supply chain sector, offering both strategic and hands-on leadership responsibility.

Local candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Interested? Submit your application via the link below, we look forward to hearing from you!