Senior Procurement Manager

Description

Summary: Lead strategic sourcing and procurement across multiple business units, focusing on cost efficiency, supplier performance, and supply chain operations. Highlights: 1. Lead strategic sourcing and procurement functions 2. Drive continuous process improvement and collaborate cross-functionally 3. Opportunity for professional development and career advancement **About the Role:** At Lakapila Integrated Logistics, operational excellence is the foundation of everything we do. As our Senior Procurement Manager (m/f/d), you will lead the strategic sourcing and procurement function across multiple business units, ensuring cost efficiency, supplier performance, and uninterrupted supply chain operations. This is a leadership role for a procurement professional who can balance commercial objectives with long\-term supplier partnerships while driving continuous process improvement throughout the organization. You will collaborate closely with senior leadership, finance teams, operations managers, and external vendors to build a procurement framework that supports sustainable business growth. Your decisions will directly influence profitability, operational resilience, and service quality. **Why Work With Us?** **Strategic Impact:** Procurement is viewed as a key business driver. You will play an active role in company planning and decision\-making processes. **Growth Focus:** We invest in professional development through leadership training, industry certifications, and international procurement conferences. **Collaborative Culture:** Work alongside experienced professionals in operations, logistics, finance, and commercial management within a supportive environment. **Modern Operations:** Utilize advanced procurement platforms, supplier management tools, and data analytics to drive informed purchasing decisions. **Career Advancement:** Join a growing organization where high performers are recognized and given opportunities to expand their leadership responsibilities. **Key Responsibilities:** **Strategic Sourcing:** Develop and implement procurement strategies that optimize cost, quality, and supplier reliability across multiple categories. **Supplier Management:** Establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers while negotiating contracts, pricing structures, and service level agreements. **Cost Optimization:** Identify opportunities for savings and process efficiencies without compromising operational requirements or service quality. **Risk Management:** Monitor supplier performance and market trends to proactively address supply chain risks and business continuity concerns. **Team Leadership:** Lead, mentor, and develop procurement specialists and buyers, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. **Contract Administration:** Oversee contract lifecycle management, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. **Cross Functional Collaboration:** Partner with finance, operations, and executive leadership to align procurement initiatives with organizational goals. **Performance Reporting:** Develop procurement metrics and present regular performance reports to senior management. **What We Are Looking For:** **Experience:** 8\+ years of procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management experience, including at least 3 years in a senior leadership position. **Education:** Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, Finance, or a related field. Professional procurement certifications are highly desirable. **Negotiation Skills:** Demonstrated success in managing complex supplier negotiations and achieving measurable cost reductions. **Leadership:** Proven ability to build, manage, and motivate high\-performing procurement teams. **Technical Knowledge:** Experience with ERP systems, procurement software, contract management tools, and data analysis platforms. **Communication:** Strong stakeholder management and presentation skills with the ability to influence decision makers at all levels. **Mindset:** Strategic, analytical, and results\-oriented with a commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement. Pay: QAR19,000\.00 \- QAR26,000\.00 per month Work Location: In person