Procurement Manager

Key ResponsibilitiesProcurement Planning & Strategy Develop and implement procurement plans and tendering strategies aligned with project schedules and objectives. Identify procurement priorities, critical packages, and long-lead equipment requirements. Monitor procurement timelines and expedite pre-award activities to meet project milestones.Tender Documentation Management Prepare, review, and manage RFQs, RFPs, ITTs, and other tender documentation. Ensure completeness and consistency of tender packages, including scope of work, technical specifications, commercial requirements, and contractual conditions. Control tender document issuance, revisions, and bidder correspondence.Technical Specification Coordination Coordinate with engineering and project teams to develop and validate technical specifications and procurement requirements. Ensure technical requirements are accurately incorporated into tender documents. Facilitate resolution of technical queries during the tendering process.Vendor Management Establish, maintain, and update approved vendor and contractor databases. Coordinate supplier prequalification and capability assessments. Support identification of qualified suppliers and contractors for project packages.Bidder Conferences & Clarifications Organize bidder conferences, pre-bid meetings, site visits, and clarification sessions. Manage bidder communications and ensure timely responses to technical and commercial queries. Issue clarifications and addenda as required during the tendering process.Bid Coordination & Evaluation Coordinate receipt, opening, and administration of tender submissions. Facilitate technical, commercial, and contractual evaluations with multidisciplinary teams. Prepare bid comparison reports, evaluation summaries, and recommendation documents. Ensure evaluations comply with project procedures and governance requirements.Expediting & Award Recommendation Expedite tendering activities to ensure adherence to procurement schedules. Identify and resolve issues impacting tender progress. Prepare award recommendation reports and supporting documentation for management approval. Support negotiations and finalization of contract award processes.