Company Overview

We are a leading conglomerate company operating in the diversified sector. With a strong national presence, we are committed to delivering exceptional products and services to our customers.  As  part  of  our  strategic  growth  plans,  we  are  seeking  an experienced  and  highly  skilled Procurement Manager to join our Supply Chain Department.

Job Description

The  Procurement  Manager  is  responsible  for  overseeing  the  procurement  activities  of  our organization.  This  includes  developing  and  implementing  procurement  strategies,  managing supplier  relationships,  negotiating  contracts,  and  optimizing  inventory  levels  to  ensure  the availability of high- quality products at competitive prices.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding  of  supply  chain  management,  as  well  as  strong  analytical,  negotiation,  and problem - solving skills.

Responsibilities:

• Develop  and  execute  procurement  strategies  to  ensure  the  availability  of  high- quality products at competitive prices.

• Identify  and evaluate potential suppliers based on quality, reliability, and pricing.

• Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing agreements with suppliers to achieve optimal value for the organization.

• Establish  and  maintain  strong  relationships  with  suppliers,  ensuri          ng  timely  delivery  of goods and resolving any supplier related issues.

• Collaborate  with  cross functional  teams  to  align  procurement  activities  with  sales  and production plans.

• Monitor  market  trends,  analyze  market  data,  and  anticipate  changes  that  may  impact procurement activities.

• Optimize  inventory  levels  to  minimize  stockouts  and  carrying  costs  while  maintaining service levels.

• Provide regular reports and analysis on procurement performance, supplier performance, and inventory levels.

• Stay  updated  with       industry  best  practices,  emerging  trends,  and  advancements  in procurement technology.

Category: Logistics, Transport and Supply Chain

Career Level: Managerial 

Job Requirements

Qualifications:​

• Postgraduate Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related

• field from a top university in Ethiopia or globally.

• Professional  qualification  in  supply  chain  management  or  procurement  (e.g.,  CSCP,

• CPIM, CIPS) is preferred.

• Minimum  of  10  years  of  experience  in  procurement  or  sourcing  roles,  preferably  in

• multinational companies or trading organizations.

• In - depth knowledge of procurement best practices, supplier management, and inventory

• optimization.

• Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem- solving skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Proficiency in procurement software and systems.

How to Apply

Candidates should apply by sending their CV together with a cover letter and scanned educational documents to the following email / HR@hailealem.com. Your application will have more chance of success if you send all relevant documents as stated above. In your cover letter and in the title of your email, please indicate the title of the position being applied for. Please note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted. We only accept applications via the above stated email address.