Assistant / Deputy Manager – Local Procurement (SCM)

* Spearhead strategic sourcing initiatives to drive business growth through timely, cost-effective, and compliant procurement of local goods and services. * Foster collaborative partnerships with local suppliers, manufacturers, and service providers to ensure seamless and reliable sourcing. * Architect and negotiate optimal commercial agreements with vendors, aligning terms with organizational objectives and stakeholder needs. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure precise demand fulfillment, aligning procurement strategies with business requirements. * Design, document, and refine standardized operating procedures for local procurement operations, ensuring continuous improvement and process excellence. * Champion compliance with company procurement policies, regulatory guidelines, and audit requirements, mitigating risk and ensuring adherence. * Analyze supplier performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions to optimize quality, cost, and delivery. * Drive cost optimization and process efficiency through strategic sourcing, vendor development, and market intelligence, leveraging data-driven insights. * Develop and maintain accurate procurement records, generating analytical reports to inform management decisions and track performance metrics. * Inspire and lead the procurement team, promoting a culture of discipline, efficiency, and continuous improvement, and empowering team members to achieve exceptional results.