Procurement Manager

The Role
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the end-to-end procurement process, from supplier identification and technical/commercial evaluation through negotiation, contracting, manufacturing follow-up, inspection, logistics, customs clearance, and final delivery to site.
The role requires strong commercial judgment, technical understanding, negotiation skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced project environment.
Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies for industrial and mining projects
• Manage the procurement of industrial equipment, machinery, spare parts, materials, and specialized project requirements
• Identify, evaluate, qualify, and develop local and international suppliers
• Obtain and evaluate technical and commercial quotations and prepare bid comparisons
• Lead commercial negotiations and secure competitive pricing and favorable payment, warranty, and delivery terms
• Manage purchase orders, procurement contracts, and supplier commitments
• Monitor manufacturing progress and ensure timely delivery of equipment and materials
• Coordinate closely with Engineering and Project teams to ensure technical compliance of purchased equipment
• Manage domestic and international transportation, logistics, and customs clearance
• Identify procurement and supply-chain risks and develop alternative sourcing solutions
• Monitor procurement costs against project budgets
• Build and maintain a qualified supplier database
• Evaluate supplier performance in terms of cost, quality, delivery, and reliability
• Lead and develop the procurement team

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience, preferably with at least 5 years in a supervisory or managerial position
• Proven experience in procurement and supply of equipment for industrial, mining, EPC, or heavy-industry projects
• Strong knowledge of Procurement and Supply Chain processes
• Excellent commercial negotiation and contract management skills
• Strong English communication skills, including commercial correspondence and negotiations
• Ability to analyze commercial offers and evaluate Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with procurement management tools
• Ability to manage multiple projects, suppliers, and purchase orders simultaneously
• Strong follow-up, problem-solving, decision-making, and time-management skills
• Ability to lead and manage a procurement team

Preferred Experience
Experience in any of the following areas will be considered a strong advantage:

• Mining and mineral processing projects
• Copper, steel, cement, or other heavy industries
• EPC / EPCM projects
• Procurement of mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and process equipment
• Procurement of second-hand and refurbished industrial equipment
• Direct sourcing from manufacturers and suppliers in China, Turkey, UAE, and other international markets
• International logistics, import, and customs clearance
• International payment terms and cross-border commercial transactions