Manager, Procurement

Job Summary

The Manager – Procurement is responsible for developing and implementing procurement strategies, managing vendor relationships, ensuring cost-effective purchasing, and supporting procurement requirements for university facilities, construction projects, real estate developments, and operational services while maintaining compliance with organizational policies and regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Procurement

• Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with organizational objectives.

• Lead sourcing, tendering, negotiation, and contract management activities.

• Identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements.

• Establish procurement policies, procedures, and controls.

University Procurement

• Manage procurement of academic equipment, laboratory instruments, IT hardware/software, furniture, books, learning resources, and facility services.

• Coordinate with academic and administrative departments to fulfill procurement requirements.

• Ensure compliance with educational and regulatory standards.

Real Estate & Construction Procurement

• Procure construction materials, MEP items, finishing materials, equipment, and contractor services.

• Manage RFQs, RFPs, tenders, bid evaluations, and vendor selection.

• Support project teams in budgeting, scheduling, and procurement planning.

• Monitor supplier performance, delivery timelines, and project procurement risks.

Vendor & Contract Management

• Develop and maintain a qualified supplier database.

• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and service-level agreements.

• Manage supplier performance evaluations and corrective actions.

• Ensure contract compliance and risk mitigation.

Financial & Compliance Management

• Monitor procurement budgets and spending.

• Ensure adherence to procurement policies, audit requirements, and regulatory standards.

• Prepare procurement reports, spend analysis, and management dashboards.

• Support internal and external audits.

Team Leadership

• Lead and mentor procurement officers and executives.

• Set performance goals and monitor team productivity.

• Foster a culture of ethics, transparency, and continuous improvement.