Procurement & Supply Chain Manager at a Reputable Organization

The Procurement & Supply Chain Manager is responsible for leading and managing end-to-end procurement, importation, logistics, and supply chain operations for a fast-paced, time-sensitive manufacturing business. The role provides strategic and operational oversight across sourcing, purchasing, inventory planning, warehousing, distribution, and supplier management to ensure uninterrupted production and on-time delivery.

Key Responsibilities

1. Supply Chain 

• Develop and implement an integrated supply chain, procurement, and logistics strategy aligned with the company’s growth, production, and operational objectives.
• Lead end-to-end supply chain planning including demand forecasting, supply planning, and capacity planning to support manufacturing, sales, and project timelines.
• Design and optimize supply chain networks covering sourcing, warehousing, transportation, and distribution.
• Identify alternative sourcing markets and suppliers to ensure business continuity and supply resilience.

2. Procurement 

• Develop and execute procurement plans aligned with production schedules and inventory requirements.
• Forecast procurement and import requirements to support production, sales, and project timelines.
• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives and long-term supplier partnerships.

3. International Sourcing & Importation

• Manage all international sourcing and supplier relationships.
• Oversee import documentation, shipping schedules, freight forwarding, customs clearance, and delivery timelines.
• Ensure compliance with import regulations, tax requirements, and customs procedures.
• Coordinate with clearing agents, shipping lines, freight forwarders, port authorities, and regulators.

4. Management of Supplier & Vendor

• Identify, evaluate, appoint, and manage international and local suppliers.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and service level agreements.
• Monitor supplier performance on cost, quality, lead time, service levels, and reliability.
• Drive continuous supplier improvement and performance optimization programs.

 Budget Management

• Develop and manage the procurement, logistics, and supply chain budget.
• Monitor freight, clearing, warehousing, transportation, and inventory holding costs.
• Drive cost-saving and efficiency initiatives across the supply chain without compromising quality or delivery timelines.

Inventory, Warehousing & Distribution Management

• Oversee inventory planning, replenishment cycles, and safety stock levels.
• Optimize warehouse operations, storage, picking, and dispatch processes.
• Ensure efficient distribution and on-time delivery to production sites and customers.
• Minimize stock-outs, overstocking, slow-moving stock, and obsolescence.
• Ensure accurate stock records and strong inventory controls.

Quality Assurance & Supplier Compliance

• Ensure all imported and locally sourced goods meet company specifications and quality standards.
• Manage supplier quality issues, claims, audits, and corrective actions.
• Enforce supplier compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.

Compliance, Risk & Controls

• Ensure full compliance with procurement policies, import/export laws, customs regulations, and statutory requirements.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks including shipping delays, supplier dependency, currency exposure, geopolitical risks, and regulatory changes.
• Establish and maintain strong internal controls over procurement, logistics, and inventory processes.

Stakeholder Coordination & Business Support

• Work closely with Finance, Sales, Production, Projects, and Operations teams to ensure timely availability of materials and finished goods.
• Provide regular updates on supply chain performance, shipment status, delivery timelines, and risk exposure.
• Support business planning, budgeting, and growth initiatives.

Reporting & Performance Management

• Prepare integrated supply chain, procurement, and logistics performance reports for senior management.
• Track and report KPIs on cost efficiency, service levels, delivery timelines, supplier performance, inventory turns, and working capital.
• Drive continuous improvement through data-driven performance management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field;
• Master’s Degree is an added advantage;
• Experience working in the Print Media/Out of Home Marketing Mandatory;
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in supply chain, procurement and logistics, with at least 5 years in a senior management role;
• Strong experience in international sourcing, imports, clearing and forwarding;
• Professional qualification (CIPS, CPSM, CSCP or equivalent) is mandatory;