Manager, Direct Procurement - Middle East and Africa at BIC Nigeria

BIC® products are known and appreciated all over the world for their quality, their affordability and ease of use. The ballpoint pen, the pocket lighter, the one-piece shaver are all part of the daily lives of millions of consumers. These products make BIC® one of the best known international brands, present in 3.2 million retail outlets, in more than 160 countries. As we explore the tremendous opportunities ahead, we have a need for dedicated and dynamic employees to help build our team.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Manager, Direct Procurement - Middle East and Africa

Location: Sagamu, Ogun

Job Description

• 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

• Implement Regional sourcing execution strategy, collaborating with the supply managers team, and manage the development and accomplishment  of team KPIs
• 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)
• Identify potential suppliers, monitor, evaluate and communicate performance, develop and manage long-term supplier relationships that enhance capabilities
• 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
• Lead sourcing execution activities for assigned categories and within agreed thresholds
• Review industry leading commodity cost indicators and publications to drive competitive costing and mitigate cost associated risk in collaboration with supply management team.
• Manage communications with suppliers regarding compliance requirements and adherence to business and regulatory guidelines.
• Execute spot bids triggered by operational procurement processes in case it is required, and support is needed

Key Result Areas (KRA)

• Sourcing strategy execution
• Supply base analysis
• Supplier prequalification assessment
• Report with eRfX consolidated outcomes
• Execute light tenders

Key Performance indicators (KPI)

• Customer satisfaction improvement
• Process cycle time
• Spend via SE module in B4B (Ivalua)
• Tender process’ savings
• Automation degree
• Productivity

Stakeholders:

• Internal: Finance/ Legal & Compliance/ Supply Managers / Factory managers/ Business Partners in close collaboration
• External: Suppliers

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Engineering, Supply chain / Procurement or Business administration.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in direct procurement of raw materials sourcing
• Experience in preparing tenders for direct sourcing
• Agile, ability to deal with ambiguity and complex situations
• Ability to work cross-functionally across Middle east and Africa
• Good communication skills

What do we offer

• Working for an international FMCG leader with iconic brands
• A great team of highly motivated and enthusiastic people
• Many opportunities for growth within a global organization
• Competitive salary package + corporate benefits 

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.