Strategic Procurement Manager

About the role

A leading healthcare organisation is looking for an experienced Strategic Procurement Manager to lead procurement operations, strengthen sourcing strategies and ensure best-in-class procurement practices. The role partners with stakeholders across the business to provide strategic procurement expertise while ensuring compliance, efficiency and value creation.

Key responsibilities

• Lead, coach and mentor a team of procurement professionals in executing tenders, RFPs and RFQs to meet departmental KPIs.
• Implement and enhance procurement policies, processes and governance frameworks, and partner with stakeholders on compliance with procurement guidelines.
• Develop and run strategic sourcing initiatives that deliver value, cost savings and operational improvements.
• Review procurement activities for audit compliance and minimise organisational risk, and maintain accurate procurement documentation.
• Identify procurement risks and put in place proactive mitigation strategies.
• Drive continuous improvement to streamline processes while keeping strong governance.
• Oversee contract management, including timely reviews and renewals.

Required profile

• Diploma or degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Finance, Operations Management or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of people management experience in procurement, sourcing or supply chain.
• Proven track record in process improvement, policy development and cost-saving initiatives.
• Experience in pharmaceutical, medical device or healthcare.

Required skills

• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills.
• Analytical capability with Advanced Excel, Tableau or similar reporting tools.

Candidates apply through the online application form; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.