Manager - Purchasing

Manage end-to-end purchasing activities including purchase requests, supplier sourcing, quotation evaluation, purchase order issuance, negotiations, and timely delivery of goods and services. Lead purchasing activities supporting corporate operations and event delivery, including production, audio-visual services, venues, branding, furniture, catering, logistics, promotional items, and entertainment requirements. Coordinate with internal stakeholders to understand purchasing requirements, prioritize requests, and ensure procurement activities support operational and project timelines. Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and commercial conditions with suppliers to achieve best value while maintaining quality and service standards. Establish and maintain approved supplier relationships through supplier evaluation, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure reliable service delivery. Monitor purchasing expenditure against approved budgets, analyze spending trends, identify cost-saving opportunities, and prepare purchasing reports and management dashboards. Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company policies, delegated authorities, contractual obligations, and applicable governance requirements while maintaining complete purchasing documentation. Resolve supplier delivery issues, quality concerns, invoice discrepancies, and purchasing-related risks to minimize operational disruptions and maintain business continuity. Support inventory planning and demand forecasting by coordinating purchasing schedules with operational requirements and supplier lead times where applicable. Drive continuous improvement of purchasing processes, systems, supplier performance, and operational efficiency to enhance service quality and purchasing effectiveness.

Managerial Responsibilities:

Provide input to the Department s strategy from the Section or Unit perspective, in alignment with RSG s vision and mission. Develop the Section or Unit s objectives, KPIs, and annual operational plans, ensuring implementation meets performance targets. Contribute to the Section or Unit s budget preparation and monitor financial performance. Implement and ensure adherence to Section or Unit policies and procedures; oversee performance and KPI communication. Ensure effective staffing, development, and deployment of Section or Unit employees in coordination with higher management.

Job Requirements:

Academic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field.

Years of Experience: 8 years (with 1+ in managerial roles)

Technical Competencies:

• Purchasing Operation - Intermediate
• Supplier Relationship Management - Intermediate
• Purchase Order Management - Intermediate
• Commercial Negotiation - Intermediate
• Vendor Evaluation & Performance Management - Intermediate