Contracting & Procurement Manager – Vivo Energy

Vivo Energy, the Shell licensee in 16 African markets, was established on 1st December 2011 to distribute and market Shell-branded fuels and lubricants. We re looking for people who think smarter, understand our vision and the wider commercial picture, and have an insatiable curiosity about the business. People who want to make a difference and have the energy, professionalism and drive to challenge convention, motivate others and achieve more.

Job Purpose:

The Contracting and Procurement Manager leads the C&P function in country, is an innovative problem solver that ensures complete business alignment through visionary procurement and strives for continuous improvement through the timeous delivery of quality and economical goods and services.

Contracting & Procurement Manager

• Role & Specific Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

o Supplier relationship management through deliberate supplier performance programs;

o Development of procurement strategies;

o Leading negotiations;

o Sourcing with the aim to optimise procurement opportunities through supplier market reviews and assessment;

o Delivering targets and value as aligned to the Country Business plan; and

o Maximizing value from existing and new contracts

• Job Knowledge, Skills/Competencies & Experiences:

o C&P Professional with 3 years’ or more experience in a Supervisory Procurement function;

o Demonstrates in depth understanding of negotiations, procurement and contract management procedures;

o Ability to make decisions, influence peers and lead cross-functional teams;

o Technical expertise in contract/procurement administration systems;

o Coordination & administration of the tender process;

o Internal stakeholder management skills;

o Integrity, Confidentiality & Conflict management;

o Well organized and able to manage competing priorities;

o Strong analytical skills and ability to work independently;

o Effective communication and inter-personal skills;

o Commercial Finance knowledge and business acumen;

o MS Office knowledge; SAP knowledge would be an advantage;

o A valid driver’s license.