PROCUREMENT AND LOGISTICS MANAGER

PROCUREMENT AND LOGISTICS MANAGER

A reputable Jamaican construction company with over thirty (30) years track record of successfully executing projects invites applicants for the following position:

 Reporting: Reports to the Managing Director

 Description of Role and Responsibilities

Operational Management – Equipment & Logistics

-Manages and oversees all operations of the business unit, inclusive of

- procurement and deployment of heavy-duty equipment, tools, materials, and other supplies and services required for construction operations

- inventory management and maintenance 

-logging of data, analyzing performance metrics, and developing and implementing strategies to achieve and exceed performance targets.

- Track records, licenses, inspections, warranties, and service agreements 

- Reviews upcoming project plans, and determines equipment, material, and logistics needs in collaboration with the construction team. Schedules efficient deployment of same.

- Tracks performance of personnel, processes, and equipment and makes recommendations for adjustments and new approaches to maximize efficiency and minimize operating costs.

- Reviews production, quality control, maintenance reports, and statistics to plan and adjust maintenance activities.

- Direct and coordinate activities of personnel engaged in buying, selling, and renting, equipment, machinery, and supplies. 

- Review purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to company policy.

- Maintain records of goods ordered and received.

- Locate and consult with vendors of materials and equipment to discover value, determine product availability and improve terms of sales 

- Resolve vendor or contractor grievances and claims against suppliers.

 Commercial Management

 - Control department budgets.

- Prepare/review and present various financial status reports i.e. cost, profit, and resources to management at all times agreed on. 

- Develop and implement purchasing and contract management instructions, policies, and procedures. 

- Identification, review, and implementation of relevant management tools. 

- Recommend and present various feasibility studies to management (re: new equipment, etc.).

- Represent companies in negotiating contracts and formulating policies with suppliers.

 Team Management

- Directs training and orientation of personnel to acquaint workers with company policies and procedures; and improve quality, efficiency, and safety of work performance.

- Initiates, screens, and recruits staff and other personnel. (Hiring, off-hiring, short and long term).

- Recommends and oversees staff training.

 Requirements:

- Tertiary level qualification in Business Administration, Operations, Supply Chain Management, or Construction Management

- Minimum of five (5) years of proven experience in the management of procurement and/or management of equipment. 

- Exposure to both Commercial and Operational management roles is an asset.

- Good interpersonal skills

- Must be result oriented.

- Must be a team player

- High level of professionalism and integrity

- Proficient in the use of computers.