Job Description

On behalf of our client in Senegal, we are recruiting a Procurement Manager – based in Dakar, responsible for overseeing and coordinating all procurement and supply-related activities within the company. The role aims to ensure the availability of required products and services under the best possible conditions of cost, quality, and lead time.


Key Responsibilities:

1) Procurement Strategy

● Develop the procurement strategy in collaboration with top management.

● Define objectives regarding cost, quality, and timelines.

● Monitor market trends in construction materials.

● Anticipate trends and price fluctuations through continuous market watch.



2) Sourcing and Supplier Relations

● Identify potential new suppliers.

● Evaluate the performance of existing suppliers.

● Negotiate contractual terms.

● Lead negotiations to secure favorable conditions with suppliers.



3) Tender Management

● Organize tenders for specific products or categories.

● Analyze proposals and recommend the most suitable suppliers.



4) Cost Optimization

● Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising on quality.

● Implement initiatives to reduce procurement spending.

● Calculate cost prices and selling prices.



5) Inventory Control and Stock Management

● Monitor stock levels and ensure timely replenishment.

● Ensure product availability aligned with business needs.



6) Transit and Logistics

● Select and manage relationships with freight forwarders.

● Launch tenders for freight and logistics services.



7) Team Management

● Supervise, train, and motivate the procurement team.

● Foster skills development within the team.



II – Required Skills and Qualifications

● Proficiency in negotiation techniques.

● Strong command of IT tools.

● Ability to build and maintain strategic supplier relationships.

● Anticipate the company’s evolving needs.

● Excellent understanding of the end-to-end procurement and supply chain process.

● Strong interpersonal skills.

● Active listening and effective communication.

● Proactive mindset.

● Rigorous and methodical approach.

● Bachelor's or Master's degree (Bac +4/5) in business, management, procurement, logistics, or related fields.

● Proven experience in procurement, preferably in Africa, within a recognized construction or construction materials distribution company.



Compensation & Benefits

● Salary: USD 3,000 to 3,500

● Housing provided

● Health insurance included

● One annual round-trip flight

● Target Profile: Expatriate, ideally of Lebanese nationality

● Fluency in French is mandatory



Only shortlisted will be contacted.

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