Company Description
Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.
Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Manager, Procurement to join our team in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. As the Manager, Procurement, you will play a crucial role in overseeing and optimizing our organization’s procurement processes, ensuring cost-effectiveness, and maintaining strong supplier relationships.
- Develop and implement strategic procurement plans aligned with organizational goals
- Lead and mentor a team of procurement professionals, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement
- Negotiate and manage contracts with suppliers to secure favorable terms and conditions
- Analyze market trends, pricing, and supplier performance to identify cost-saving opportunities
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand and meet their procurement needs
- Implement and maintain procurement policies, procedures, and best practices
- Oversee the use of procurement software and systems to streamline processes
- Manage supplier relationships and resolve any issues that may arise
- Ensure compliance with local and international procurement regulations
- Prepare and present procurement performance reports to senior management
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field
- 10+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain management
- 5+ years of experience in a leadership role
- Proven expertise in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management
- Strong knowledge of procurement best practices and regulations
- Proficiency in procurement software (e.g., SAP Ariba, Oracle Procurement) and Microsoft Office Suite
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on cost reduction
- Outstanding leadership and team management abilities
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience working in international trade and logistics
- Professional certification (e.g., CPSP, CIPS) preferred.
- Must be a member of the Procurement & Supplies Professionals and Technicians Board (PSPTB)
- Ability to adapt to the local business environment in Tanzania
Additional Information
Behavioral Competencies:
- Articulating Information
- Convincing People
- Developing Expertise
- Embracing Change
- Exploring Possibilities
- Generating Ideas
- Interpreting Data
- Providing Insights
- Resolving Conflict
- Showing Composure
- Taking Action
- Upholding Standards
Technical Competencies:
- Change Management (HR)
- Commercial Acumen
- Continuous Process Improvement
- Difficult Calls Management
- Process Analysis and Redesign
- Procurement Knowledge
- Procurement Process
- Programme Management
- Project Management (Project Mgmt)
- Project Planning
- Project Reporting
- Stakeholder Management
- Strategic Business Relationship Management
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Use of Process Design Tools & Systems
- Written Communication
