Manager, Direct Procurement Middle East and Africa
Date: Jul 24, 2025
Location: Sagamu, NG
Company: BIC
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The Sourcing Execution Manager is responsible for the implementation of the sourcing strategy and for the execution of the sourcing activities and events, as well as for smooth and compliant contracting implementation supporting the overall business and the awarding Tenders’ stage. The SE Manager must execute the respective sourcing activities for assigned categories in close collaboration with entire P&PE team with focus within the MEA region. He / She should support cost optimization for direct and indirect spend categories, sustain or improve quality and delivery, maintain or reduce risk in the supply chain.
Responsibilities:
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Implement Regional sourcing execution strategy, collaborating with the supply managers team, and manage the development and accomplishment of team KPIs
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Execute RfX, use full data, analytics and Reco for Supplier Selection to Supply Management, Develop, launch auction results , execute tendering Process (with Supplier, Business) and ensure smooth supplier on-boarding process (prior any RfX in case of new awarded suppliers)
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Identify potential suppliers, monitor, evaluate and communicate performance, develop and manage long-term supplier relationships that enhance capabilities
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Support the negotiation and implementation of supply agreements, by working with cross-functional stakeholders and suppliers to reach agreement on optimal contract terms and conditions
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Lead sourcing execution activities for assigned categories and within agreed thresholds
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Review industry leading commodity cost indicators and publications to drive competitive costing and mitigate cost associated risk in collaboration with supply management team.
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Manage communications with suppliers regarding compliance requirements and adherence to business and regulatory guidelines.
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Execute spot bids triggered by operational procurement processes in case it is required, and support is needed
Key Result Areas (KRA):
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Sourcing strategy execution
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Supply base analysis
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Supplier prequalification assessment
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Report with eRfX consolidated outcomes
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Execute light tenders
Key Performance indicators (KPI):
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Customer satisfaction improvement
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Process cycle time
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Spend via SE module in B4B (Ivalua)
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Tender process’ savings
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Automation degree
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Productivity
Stakeholders:
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Internal: Finance/ Legal & Compliance/ Supply Managers / Factory managers/ Business Partners in close collaboration
External: Suppliers
Requirements:
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Bachelors or Masters degree in Engineering, Supply chain/Procurement or Business administration.
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5+ years of relevant experience in direct procurement of raw materials sourcing
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Experience in preparing tenders for direct sourcing
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Agile, ability to deal with ambiguity and complex situations
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Ability to work cross-functionally across Middle east and Africa
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Good communication skills
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What do we offer?
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Working for an international FMCG leader with iconic brands
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A great team of highly motivated and enthusiastic people
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Many opportunities for growth within a global organization
- Competitive salary package + corporate benefits
BIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strongly commit to hiring people with different backgrounds and experiences to help us build better products, make better decisions, and better serve our customers. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability status, or similar characteristics. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.
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