Implement purchasing policies, procedures and best practices
Monitor ongoing compliance with purchasing policies and procedures
Identify and source new suppliers and vendors
Manage vendor and supplier selection process based on price, quality, support, capacity and reliability
Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers and vendors
Establish and update an approved vendor/supplier database
Develop, negotiate and administer purchasing agreements and contracts with suppliers in support of organizational requirements
Evaluate contracts to ensure compliance with legal requirements and organizational policies
Monitor supplier and vendor compliance with contractual agreements
Measure and manage the vendor and supplier cost, quality and delivery performance
Oversee supplier compliance with internal quality standards and external regulations
Troubleshoot cost, quality and delivery concerns
Manage risk relating to quality, cost, delivery and supply of purchases
Introduce performance improvement measures for suppliers and vendors
Monitor and reduce purchase variances to meet profit objectives
Produce regular reports on purchase commitments, costs and delivery performance
Oversee the operations and daily activities of the purchasing department
Good knowledge of commodity price and process cost preparation
Developing and implementing purchasing strategies.
Experience as a Purchase Manager or in a similar position.
Deep knowledge of inventory and supply chain management.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Strong critical thinking and negotiation skills.
Strong planning and organizational skills.
Good knowledge of die casting, machining, forging and other manufacturing processes is an added advantage

Bachelor of Engineer