Senior Procurement Executive

JOB ROLES

1. Oversees end-to-end procurement activities for local and international conferences, events, and marketing initiatives.
2. Coordinates with cross-functional teams to understand event and marketing requirements and ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
3. Prepares and manages procurement contracts and agreements, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
4. Identifies, evaluates, and establishes relationships with event organizers, travel agents, hotels, printing and advertising companies, and other relevant vendors.
5. Ensures all vendors meet company standards for quality, compliance, and ethics.
6. Develops and maintains a preferred supplier database.
7. Negotiates favourable terms and pricing agreements with suppliers while ensuring quality and compliance standards.
8. Monitors procurement budgets and implements cost-saving measures without compromising quality.
9. Analyses supplier proposals and selects the most cost-effective options.
10. Ensures strict adherence to compliance standards for procurement related to infant formula products.
11. Implements and monitors internal controls to mitigate risks and ensure audit-readiness.
12. Conducts periodic reviews and audits of suppliers to ensure adherence to contractual terms and quality expectations.
13. Collaborates with finance and accounts teams to process payments, track expenditures, and manage budgets.
14. Prepares detailed procurement reports for management, including cost analysis and vendor performance metrics.
15. Supports audits by maintaining accurate records of all procurement activities.
16. Acts as the primary point of contact for suppliers and vendors.
17. Collaborates with internal teams to address procurement-related challenges and ensure alignment with business goals.
18. Provides regular updates to senior management on procurement performance and market trends.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

1. With more than 5 years of experience in procurement, supply chain management, or related fields, preferably in the FMCG or healthcare industry.
2. With extensive and significant professional experience with event organizers, travel agents, and advertising agencies.
3. With a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field.