Purpose of the job:

To optimize cost, quality, and delivery of procurement goods and services by developing procurement plans, managing inventory levels and, implementing strategies to improve inventory accuracy.

Key Result Areas:

• Strategic Procurement Planning

• Procurement Analysis and Reporting

• Cost Management and Optimization

• Inventory Control

• Process Improvement

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement annual and long-term procurement plans.

• Collaborate with various departments to forecast procurement needs.

• Monitor and adjust procurement plans as needed to accommodate changes.

• Conduct comprehensive spend analysis and identify trends and opportunities for cost savings.

• Develop and maintain procurement dashboards, reports, and metrics.

• Provide regular reports to the senior management.

• Identify opportunities for cost reduction through strategic sourcing, demand management, and process improvements.

• Analyze market trends, pricing fluctuations, and economic indicators.

• Support negotiations with suppliers by providing data-driven insights and recommendations to achieve the best possible terms.

• Collaborate with the finance department and verify the alignment of procurement activities with the company’s budgetary goals.

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance procurement planning, analysis, and reporting efficiency.

• Lead initiatives to automate routine tasks and reduce manual processes, improving accuracy and reducing lead times.

Generic Duties of the Position:

• Develop the Department’s work plan and monitor their execution.

• Identify and fulfill human resource requirements of the Department.

• Develop and implement policies and procedures for the Department.

• Monitor and ensure the proper utilization of the Department’s budgets.

• Lead the preparation of Departmental reports to relevant organs.

• Support the development of subordinates through periodic performance evaluations, coaching, mentoring, ongoing performance dialogue and feedback.

• Represent the Department in internal and external relationships.

• Take part in the group decision making process by forming part of different groups/committees.

Job Requirement

• Qualifications and Experience: Master’s degree in Procurement and Logistics Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Management or related fields of study with a minimum of six (6) years of demonstrated experience, with at least four (4) years in a leadership role  OR Bachelor’s degree in Procurement and Logistics Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Management or related fields of study with a minimum of eight (8) years of demonstrated experience, with at least four (4) years in a leadership role

We are currently seeking passionate and driven professionals to join us in the following roles

Reports to: DECO, Manufacturing Planning & Operation Support

Unit/Department:  Ayat, Manufacturing Planning & Operation

Location: Addis Ababa

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV, cover letter, and relevant supporting documents  OR in person to the Human Resources & Administration Directorate until July 02, 2025.

Address: Ayat S.C HQ; Halfway between Lamberet and Wesen, Near Trafic light on the way to CMC St. Michael.