Procurement Manager job at Catholic Relief Services | Apply Now

Manage fully compliant procurement systems, procedures, and operations. Assess efficiency, implement improvements, and ensure adherence to CRS procurement principles, donor regulations, and local statutory requirements.

Coordinate with departments to forecast goods and services needs, determine specifications, and maintain an up-to-date procurement plan. Work with budget holders to develop annual budgets aligned with procurement requirements.

Lead the analyse-to-contract process, including market research, specifications development, supplier evaluation, solicitation, bidding, and contract preparation, ensuring strategic sourcing and value for money.

Promote transparency and integrity throughout the procurement cycle and implement fraud-prevention measures. Conduct periodic risk assessments to identify and address potential vulnerabilities.

Supervise and develop procurement staff, manage team dynamics, provide coaching, tailor development plans, and conduct performance management to ensure strong capacity and high-quality support to programs.

Oversee supplier relationships, monitor contractual performance, and ensure fulfilment of terms and conditions. Address contractual issues and inefficiencies and recommend contract or purchase order modifications as needed.

Monitor payment terms and schedules, maintain the open order report, and coordinate with Finance to ensure timely vendor payments.

Maintain a reliable documentation and database management system to support accuracy, accountability, and inventory input. Ensure all procurement records are complete, current, and properly filed. Oversee report preparation, consolidate information, and analyse data to inform decision-making.