Senior Procurement Manager
Bosta
Operations
Cairo Governorate, Egypt
Posted on Oct 9, 2025
About Role:
To lead and manage the procurement function by developing effective sourcing strategies, negotiating favorable contracts, and ensuring the timely and cost-efficient acquisition of goods and services required for shipping, fleet operations, logistics hubs, and related services. The Senior Procurement Manager plays a key role in optimizing supply chain efficiency and maintaining compliance with company and regulatory standards.
Job Description:
- 1. Strategic Procurement
- Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with company objectives and cost targets.
- Identify, evaluate, and manage suppliers to ensure quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
- Monitor market trends, pricing, and supply risks, and recommend adjustments to procurement plans.
- Manage RFP (Request for Proposal), and RFQ (Request for Quotation) processes.
- 2. Contract and Supplier Management
- Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing agreements with vendors and service providers.
- Manage supplier performance through regular evaluation, KPIs, and audits.
- Ensure supplier compliance with company policies, ethical standards, and legal requirements.
- Resolve supplier disputes and address issues related to quality, delivery, or pricing.
- 3. Operational Procurement
- Oversee procurement for vessels, spare parts, maintenance, port services, and transportation.
- Coordinate with operations, warehouse, and finance teams to ensure seamless supply flow.
- Monitor purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and invoice reconciliation processes.
- Ensure timely delivery of goods and services to support operations and minimize downtime.
- 4. Budgeting and Cost Control
- Prepare and manage the annual procurement budget.
- Track savings, cost avoidance, and performance against targets.
- Implement initiatives to reduce procurement costs and improve value for money.
- 5. Leadership and Team Management
- Lead and mentor the procurement team to enhance capability, productivity, and collaboration.
- Define clear roles, responsibilities, and KPIs for the team.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional ethics.
- 6. Compliance and Reporting
- Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and legal requirements.
- Maintain accurate records of procurement activities for audit and reporting purposes.
- Generate periodic reports on procurement performance, supplier evaluation, and spend analysis.
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or related field.
- Minimum 8–10 years of experience in procurement, with at least 3 years in a managerial role within shipping, marine, or logistics industry.
- Strong knowledge of logistics operations, vessel procurement, spare parts sourcing, and port services.
- Proven negotiation and contract management skills.
- Excellent communication, analytical, and leadership abilities.
- Proficiency in ERP systems and MS Office tools.