Vice President - Procurement

Job Purpose

The job function is to support ARBM in managing and overseeing all matters relating to procurement activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure CAPEX & OPEX purchases are in compliance with the Bank’s policies and guidelines.
• Formulate and implement the Procurement Policy and Guidelines.
• Review and update the policy and guidelines, where necessary.
• Work towards zero audit findings.
• Act as the Department Compliance Officer (DCO) to ensure compliance with the application of the internal programs and procedures within the department, including proper maintenance of records and reporting of any suspicious transaction.
• Implement cost saving initiatives
• Review, compare and analyze information related to items to be purchased
• Research and evaluate prospective suppliers
• Negotiate and perform Best and Final Offer (BAFO) with vendor
• Close and systematic oversight of all CAPEX & OPEX items tracked by Finance within the approved budget.
• Manage the administration of all procurement activities
• Provide expert advice, guidance, and support to staff regarding all aspects of procurement activities, procurement principles and requirements
• Manage ARBM General Takaful Insurance policies
• Oversee and supervise employees and all activities of the purchasing department.
• Maintain accurate records
• Monitor & manage vendor performance review
• Monitor & manage contracts
• Monitor & manage vendors
• Manage & report procurement spend & compliance
• Manage the Procurement Module (Oracle Fusion System)
• Maintain accurate records of supplier information, prices and purchases.
• Member of the Procurement Committee
• Review & evaluate tenders received
• Oversee the tender process
• Responsible for the Procurement Committee Secretariat