Procurement Head – Local Procurement

About the role

The Procurement Head leads local procurement activities for Sika Abyssinia, ensuring timely delivery of direct materials and services used in manufacturing. The role drives cost‑saving initiatives, manages supplier relationships, and oversees a small team of procurement assistants.

Key responsibilities

• Secure direct material supply, monitor stock levels, and coordinate with production and warehouse teams.
• Negotiate prices, manage RFQs, purchase orders, and payment requests while ensuring compliance with Sika Procurement Policy.
• Conduct supplier audits, enforce the Sika Supplier Code of Conduct, and develop risk‑mitigation plans.
• Lead cost‑saving and process‑improvement projects for the division.
• Onboard, train, and evaluate procurement assistants and junior officers.
• Prepare weekly trackers and monthly reports on price trends, procurement volume/value, outstanding payments, and supplier status.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in Supply Chain/Procurement (or Bachelor’s with additional experience).
• 3‑4 years of relevant experience, including at least 1‑2 years in a supervisory role.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Fluent English with strong organizational, negotiation, and team‑management abilities.

Required skills

• Knowledge of concrete, cement, admixtures and additives.
• Supplier audit and risk assessment.
• Cost‑saving and process‑improvement project execution.