Procurement Manager

Manager Procurement (Steel & Ferrous)

Role Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Manager – Procurement (Steel & Ferrous) to lead the strategic sourcing and procurement steel and ferrous materials critical to Brick2Wall’s operations. This role will drive supplier partnerships, ensure cost-effective procurement, and guarantee timely material availability to support fast-paced project execution and business growth. This position will report to Director Commercial, Sales – Steel & Ferrous.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Procurement Leadership

• Define and implement a forward-looking procurement strategy for steel and ferrous materials in alignment with company goals.
• Monitor global and domestic market trends, pricing forecasts, and industry developments to inform procurement planning.
• Establish category strategies and lead annual procurement planning cycles.

2. Supplier & Vendor Management

• Identify, onboard, and manage strategic supplier relationships to ensure consistent quality, delivery, and cost efficiency.
• Negotiate pricing, credit terms, and contracts with key suppliers to achieve competitive advantage.
• Develop a robust supplier performance management system, including scorecards and periodic reviews.

3. Cost & Contract Management

• Drive cost optimization without compromising quality and delivery timelines.
• Lead procurement budgeting, tracking, and reporting in collaboration with the finance team.
• Ensure commercial due diligence and risk mitigation in all procurement contracts.

4. Procurement Operations & Process Excellence

• Oversee the end-to-end procurement lifecycle, from sourcing to final delivery and vendor payment coordination.
• Implement process automation, e-sourcing platforms, and procurement best practices to increase transparency and reduce cycle time.
• Continuously improve procurement processes and governance controls.

5. Cross-functional Collaboration

• Partner closely with the projects, sales, planning, logistics, and finance teams to ensure alignment on material requirements, delivery schedules, and inventory optimization.
• Ensure real-time visibility into procurement status for internal stakeholders.

6. Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure full compliance with internal controls, legal regulations, and ethical procurement practices.
• Develop contingency sourcing strategies to minimize disruption due to supply chain volatility.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Civil/Mechanical Engineering, or Business Administration.
• Experience: 10+ years of progressive experience in steel and ferrous materials
• Proven experience in managing large vendor networks.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Deep understanding of procurement for steel & ferrous materials.
• Strong negotiation, vendor management, and contract drafting skills.
• Commercial acumen and ability to identify and act on cost-saving opportunities.
• Proficient in procurement tools and ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical, leadership, and communication skills.
• High integrity, problem-solving orientation, and resilience under pressure.