Senior Procurement Manager

Responsibilities:Lead the development and execution of procurement strategies, category plans, and sourcingroadmaps aligned with organizational objectives.Oversee all procurement and contracting activities, ensuring adherence to approved policies,procedures, and Delegation of Authority.Review and approve complex requisitions, tender strategies, commercial evaluations, negotiation outcomes, and award recommendations.Drive the closure of internal and external audit observations, ensuring sustainable corrective actions and strengthened controls.Provide expert guidance to senior stakeholders on procurement best practices, risk mitigation,commercial structuring, and compliance requirements.Lead negotiations with key suppliers and contractors to secure optimal commercial and contractual outcomes.Collaborate with Legal, Finance, Technical, and other functions to ensure alignment on contractual, financial, and operational requirements.Champion continuous improvement initiatives to enhance procurement governance, efficiency, digitalization, and process maturity.Manage, mentor, and develop the procurement team to build organizational capability and ensure high performance.Monitor supplier performance, market trends, and commercial risks to support strategicdecision-making.Education:Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Law, or a related field.Master Degree is preferrableCompetencies:Strong leadership and stakeholder management skillsAdvanced analytical, negotiation, and advisory capabilitiesHigh attention to detail with a strong compliance and risk-management mindsetAbility to drive transformation and manage cross-functional initiativesMinimum 15 years of progressive experience in procurement, contracts, or commercial roles, including at least 5 years in a managerial or leadership capacity.