This role required candidate to work in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea. About the Company Our client is a part of the COCR Holdings Group, a group that has over 40 years' experience in Central Asia, Africa and the Middle East. Established in 2010, in Papua New Guinea, This Company is an industry leader in the manufacturing of modular buildings, facility management and the leasing/rentals of modular buildings. Their state of the art facilities located outside Port Moresby enables This Company to design, fabricate, erect and manage the most complex remote site facilities to the highest international standards in the tightest of client timelines. This Company provides total engineering solutions with 100% in house capability from design to manufacturing, installation and commissioning of camps. Their facility management team can provide complete life support serves to our clients regardless duration, size of operation or location.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Purchasing Manager to lead our purchasing team. This role involves developing and implementing effective purchasing strategies, managing procurement activities, and ensuring the optimization of quality, cost, and delivery schedules.
Key Responsibilities: Strategic Purchasing: Develop and implement a purchasing strategy focused on schedule, quality, and cost. Vendor Management: Negotiate prices and contracts, build relationships with vendors, and evaluate them based on quality, timeliness, and price. Order Management: Manage purchase orders, schedule deliveries, and ensure timely fulfillment. Coordinate with other departments to monitor inventory and determine supply needs. Quality Assurance: Ensure the quality of procured items and address any issues that arise. Team Leadership: Manage and develop the purchasing team, including other logistics processes like inventory, warehouse, and transportation management. Process Improvement: Identify and implement strategies to streamline processes, reduce costs, and improve overall efficiency. Reporting & Analysis: Perform data analysis and weekly reporting to internal and external stakeholders. Budget Management: Create and manage budgets for purchasing and logistics activities. Requirements: This role required candidate to work in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea. Education: Bachelor's degree preferred. Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or Business Administration is a plus. Experience: At least 10 years' experience in purchasing, particularly in supporting construction projects in developing countries. Construction technical background is advantageous. Skills: Proficient in procurement software and databases. Strong organizational, communication, negotiation, research, analytical, and interpersonal skills. Attention to detail is crucial. Travel: Willingness to travel to vendor locations as required. Supervisory Experience: Previous experience managing a team is essential.