Opportunity
We are hiring an Area Logistics Procurement Manager to lead our South West Africa (SWA) procurement team, based in Douala, Cameroon. The person will ensure that every dollar spent is spent professionally. This is achieved by reducing operating expenses and driving a saving mindset by applying procurement capabilities and tools. The function aims to attain a competitive asset base for the future that is fully operational, at cost, on time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The scene comes with significant pressure to optimize costs and increase the returned value from our suppliers, so that we can provide maximum value to our customers. How we overcome this challenge and catapult above our competitors is the ultimate question within Maersk Africa. This is your opportunity to join and make a difference to Maersk\u2019s global integrator strategy<\/p>\n\n\n\n
We offer<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A unique opportunity for personal and professional development in a team managing a vast portfolio in the African continent
Accountability and opportunity to deliver impact regardless of tenure
A fast-paced and dynamic environment with a distinct respect for the individual
An international team with like-minded young top performers
Diverse project portfolio and ability to see end-to-end procurement cycle<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u00a0Key Responsibilities<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Responsible for managing a portfolio spanning multiple countries and categories (trucking, customs house brokerage, warehousing, rail etc.)
Develop, enhance, and execute negotiation and Supplier Relationship Management strategies towards our suppliers.
Support the company to achieve sustainable solutions, therefore manage a balance between cost, service reliability and best in class delivery promise to our customers\u00a0 \u00a0
Solving problems in a structured and analytical manner
Conducting tenders and negotiations
Managing internal and external stakeholder relations
Responsible for training and building organizational capability, engagement and improving the way the team works<\/p>\n\n\n\n
We are looking for<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Preferably 5+ years in a Procurement Leadership position\u00a0 \u00a0
Demonstrated leadership capability and Ability to drive motivation & engagement within the team \u00a0
Extensive Negotiations skills \u00a0
Experience within Supplier Relationship Management, supply chain and & Contract Management \u00a0
Excellent stakeholder management and strong communication skills and Ability to exercise impact with or without direct authority on stakeholders \u00a0
Comfortable with working in an ambiguous environment, with an agile mindset and Successful change management experience and mindset
Customer and process improvement focused
French and English languages required
Please apply with your resume in English<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If your profile match job requirements, our recruiter will get in touch to share more about the role and get to know you better. We look forward to speaking with you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n