Manager: Procurement

Description

• The role is responsible for managing the bank’s procurement operations, ensuring that goods and services are sourced in a cost-effective, timely, and in compliance with the Public Procurement Act
• The role involves developing and implementing procurement strategies and managing supplier relationships
• In addition, the role will further act as a strategic business partner, collaborating with other departments to drive value and support overall bank’s goals
• PATERSON GRADE D3

Duties

• Strategic Management:
• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with the Bank’s goals and the provisions of the Public Procurement Act
• Compile and manage the development of Annual and Individual Procurement Plans with input from user departments; once approved, ensures the publishing of Annual Procurement Plan
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to procurement efficiency, cost savings, supplier performance, and user satisfaction
• Operational Management: 
• Manage the implementation and administration of the bidding process, framework in line with the provisions of the Public Procurement Act
• Manages technical support to the Bid Evaluation Committee during bid evaluations to ensure compliance with the Public Procurement Act
• Monitors performance of contracted suppliers and make recommendations to business units
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers and get best pricing for bank’s activities
• Assess and manage risks associated with the supply chain, including supplier reliability and market fluctuations
• Manage SLAs with business units and conduct regular supplier performance reviews to minimize supplier risk
• Cost Management:
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through effective negotiation and strategic sourcing
• Implement and monitor procurement processes that minimize waste and reduce overall procurement costs
• People Management:
• Lead and coach the procurement team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement
• Set performance standards/ key performance indicators for the team and track daily and/or accordance with the annual performance reviews

Requisites

• An Honors degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Logistics or Purchasing, or equivalent qualification (NQF level 8, from an NQA recognized tertiary institution)
• 7 years’ work experience in a procurement environment of which 4 years in a supervisory or senior position
• Certified from and/or registered with the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply Chain will be an added advantage
• Excellent customer orientation / focus
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• A high level of decisiveness and resilience
• Interpersonal sensitivity and the ability to build strong work-related relationships
• Business acumen and strategic thinking ability
• The ability to motivate others, delegate, manage and control and to employ cultural intelligence
• Applications will only be accepted from Namibian citizens

Notes

• The DBN offers market related remuneration packages commensurate with experience and qualifications
• Applications will be treated in strictest confidence
• Interested candidates should forward their resumes, which should include three contactable references and certified supporting documents
• Applicants who do not receive any response within three weeks after the closing date must accept that their applications were not considered favourably

How to Apply

1. Documentation

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae

2. Application

• Send your Documentation to Human Resources at recruitment@dbn.com.na the Subject line “Manager: Procurement”
• Indicate the source of this job post: working.co.na