Procurement Manager

Job Purpose This position assists the Assistant Director, Procurement with the management and execution of the Procurement duties and functions in accordance with departmental policies and procedures Essential Duties Oversight of the Buyers, assignment of tasks and performance monitoring Creation, development and execution of quotations and RFPs to ensure the most competitive proposals are obtained Negotiate with supplier to ensure the best Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) is achieved Awareness of the marketplace, understanding the categories and the end users requirements and be able to fulfil those requirements Contribute positively to the bottom line of the organization Participate in Vendor Management and Supplier Relationship Management; ensuring suppliers adhere to top standards of performance Develop category strategies where necessary to minimize marketplace risks Mentor, train and develop the Buyers Utilize reports in decision making Create, maintain and report on key performance indicators (KPIs)Collaborate and work with the end user departments to assess their needs and requirements and make recommendations that will result in achieving the overall best Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)Develop, monitor and recommend system process improvements Assist with the development and maintenance of departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)Train end users on the fundamentals of the procure to pay process including the creation of purchase requisitions Provide training to team members by enhancing product knowledge, system applications and negotiation skills Interact with internal and external customers professionally and positively Follow health and safety standards and strive for constant improvement to avoid health and injury hazards Education Bachelor’s degree in Business, Procurement, Sourcing and Supply Management, or Hospitality Management Experience Minimum of 3 years’ Procurement management experience in a large organization Skills / Knowledge Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, Birch Street, Share Point Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines Strong communication, interpersonal and presentation skills Analytical, detail oriented and a strong negotiator Able to work in a team environment Self-motivated and confident #J-18808-Ljbffr