Procurement Head

About Sika

Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and automotive industry.

Job Title

Procurement Head – Local Procurements

Position Description

Procurement Head is responsible for both local procurement operations of goods and services that are directly consumed or used in the manufacturing activities of Sika Abyssinia. Responsible for major roles such as the initiation and implementation of cost saving and process improvement projects, delivery of local procurement plans as per deadlines set, communications with local suppliers, proper filing and recording of procurement documents and preparation, and submission of required reports for the Manager in adherence with Sika Procurement Policy.

Department

Procurement

Reports To

Supply Chain and Procurement Manager

Location

Sika City Office/Factory Office

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Local Procurement

• Ensure delivery of direct material on time by following up on stock levels and coordinating with production and warehouse teams.
• Ensure the expansion of direct materials supply base to avoid single sourcing.
• Negotiates goods and services prices with suppliers considering market trend.
• Ensure agreements are in place with manufacturers for any long-term procurement arrangements and purchases that require advance payment.
• Is responsible for soliciting RFQ, PFI and preparation of purchase evaluations, PO, and payment requests for direct procurements.
• Is responsible to ensure the provision of transport/logistics services for locally sourced direct materials.
• Liaises with Warehouse and Production teams to ensure smooth delivery of direct materials.
• Collects and submits invoices and GRNs for all credit purchases and ensures timely payment to suppliers in coordination with Finance team.

Supplier Management

• Undertakes suppliers’ audits and ensures the recording and filing of the same.
• Ensures the completion and signing of Sika Suppliers code of Conduct with all suppliers.
• Involves in Suppliers Criticality Assessments and the development as well as execution of risk mitigation plans.

Projects

• Initiates cost saving and process improvement project ideas for the Division.
• Is responsible for the execution of projects relating to the Division.

Team Management

• Is responsible for onboarding, training, and direct management of Procurement Assistants (Trainee’s) and Junior Officers for the department.
• Evaluates performance and takes the necessary measure for direct reports.
• Identifies training needs and provides and same to direct reports.

Budgeting and Reporting

• Is responsible for the development of operational budget for the local procurement.
• Provides budget inputs required for the overall company procurement budget relating to local procurements.
• Executes Direct procurement related budget as per set parameters.
• Updates and submits weekly procurement trackers.
• Prepares and submits monthly procurement report containing but not limited to materials price trend, plan vs actual procurement in volume and value, outstanding payments, procurement pipeline and suppliers list.
• Ensures Local procurement data base is UpToDate, and all documents are electronically and physically stored for access by concerned internal stakeholders.

Communication and Safety

• Initiates and follows up on communication with local suppliers.
• Initiates and manages any internal communication within Sika Abyssinia and Sika group companies relating to direct materials procurement.
• Escalates communications or issues to Supply Chain and Procurement Manager on time to ensure resolution.
• Performs other tasks as required by the Supply Chain and Procurement Manager.
• Complies to the company safety, procedures, standards, and regulations and consistently adheres to usage of the right PPEs
• Follow the Sika & site EHS requirements

Competencies Required

• Organizing skills
• Fluency in English
• Strong team management and Negotiation skills
• Strong Technology and Product background in Concrete, Cement, Admixtures and Additives
• A full understanding of developing Business Strategies and how to implement them.
• Excellent written and spoken communication Skills

Education and Experience

• Master’s degree in Supply Chain and Procurement or related field with 3 (three) years of relevant work experience out of which 1 year on Head/supervision role.
• OR Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain and Procurement or related field with 4 (four) years of relevant work experience out of which 2 years head/supervision experience.
• Experience in manufacturing company is required.

Special Requirements

• Regular and on time attendance
• Will be required to work overtime.
• Overseas travel may be required.

We Offer

We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.