Procurement & Logistics Manager

Key Responsibilities.

This position requires strong expertise in international sourcing, shipping, customs clearance, supplier negotiations, inventory planning, and risk management to guarantee uninterrupted business operations.

1.Procurement Strategy & Planning

• Develop and implement procurement and logistics strategies aligned with company growth objectives.
  
• Forecast procurement and import requirements to support production, sales, and project timelines.
  
• Identify alternative sourcing markets and suppliers to ensure supply continuity.

2. International Sourcing & Import Management

• Manage international sourcing and supplier relationships.
  
• Oversee import documentation, shipping schedules, freight forwarding, customs clearance, and delivery timelines.
  
• Ensure compliance with import regulations, tax requirements, and customs procedures.
  
• Coordinate with clearing agents, shipping lines, freight forwarders, and port authorities.

3. Supplier & Vendor Management

• Identify, evaluate, appoint, and manage international and local suppliers.
  
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and service level agreements.
  
• Monitor supplier performance on cost, quality, lead time, and reliability.

4. Cost Control & Budget Management

Develop and manage the procurement and logistics budget.

Monitor freight, clearing, warehousing, and transportation costs.

Drive cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality or delivery timelines.

5. Inventory & Supply Chain Optimization

Oversee inventory planning and replenishment cycles.

Minimize stock-outs, overstocking, and obsolescence.

Ensure accurate stock records and timely replenishment of critical items.

6. Quality Assurance

Ensure all imported and locally sourced goods meet company specifications and quality standards.

Handle supplier quality issues, claims, and corrective actions.

7. Compliance, Risk & Controls

Ensure full compliance with procurement policies, import/export laws, and statutory regulations.

Identify and mitigate risks related to shipping delays, supplier dependency, currency exposure, and regulatory changes.

Maintain strong internal controls over procurement and logistics processes.

8. Stakeholder Coordination

Collaborate with Finance, Sales, Production, and Projects teams to ensure timely availability of materials.

Provide regular updates on shipment status, delivery timelines, and risk exposure.

9. Reporting & Performance Management

Prepare procurement and logistics performance reports for senior management.

Track KPIs on cost, delivery timelines, supplier performance, and inventory efficiency.

Competencies & Attributes

• Strong leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent knowledge of international trade, shipping, customs, and logistics operations
• Strong commercial and financial acumen
• High attention to detail and strong planning ability
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple urgent shipments
• Proactive, hands-on, and results-driven mindset
• Excellent communication and decision-making skills
• Strong risk management and problem-solving capability

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field
• Master’s Degree is an added advantage

Professional qualification (CIPS, CPSM, or equivalent) is mandatory

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in procurement and logistics, with at least 4 years in a senior management role
• Strong experience in international sourcing, imports, clearing, and forwarding
• Membership in a recognized professional body