Job Description

- Lead and manage the overall purchase and procurement function.

- Plan and execute procurement of stainless steel raw materials, wires, bars, coils and other production-related materials as required.

- Develop, evaluate and maintain relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, stockists and vendors.

- Identify new vendors and alternative sourcing options to improve cost, quality and supply reliability.

- Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules and other commercial conditions with suppliers.

- Ensure timely procurement of materials in line with production schedules and customer order commitments.

- Monitor material availability, stock levels, lead times and reorder requirements in coordination with production and stores.

- Analyse market trends and fluctuations in stainless steel raw material prices to support purchasing decisions.

- Establish and implement procurement policies, procedures and approval controls.

- Evaluate supplier performance on quality, pricing, delivery timelines and service reliability.

- Coordinate with the Quality Department to resolve material quality issues and supplier-related discrepancies.

- Work closely with Production, Stores, Accounts and other departments to ensure smooth procurement operations.

- Monitor purchase orders, pending deliveries, goods receipt, vendor bills and payment coordination.

- Identify opportunities for cost reduction,



process improvement and procurement efficiency.

- Maintain accurate purchase records, supplier databases, price comparisons and procurement reports.

- Manage purchase budgets and ensure procurement activities are aligned with business requirements.

- Handle vendor disputes, shortages, delayed supplies and other procurement-related issues.

Requirements

- Experience in the Stainless Steel (SS) Manufacturing Industry is mandatory.

- Candidates should have relevant experience in procurement or purchasing within a manufacturing setting.

- Familiarity with stainless steel raw materials and manufacturing-related procurement will be essential.

- Experience in the fasteners, metal components, engineering or allied manufacturing industry will be an advantage.

Qualification & Experience

- Graduate in any discipline; a qualification in Commerce, Engineering, Supply Chain Management or Business Administration will be preferred.

- Minimum 8-10 Years of relevant professional experience in purchase and procurement.

- Prior experience in the stainless steel manufacturing industry is essential.

- Proven experience in vendor development, price negotiation, material sourcing and procurement planning.

- Experience managing purchase operations independently and coordinating with multiple departments.

Requirements
Should be from Manufacturing and currently in Ghana

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