Head of Procurement & Tender

Job Summary

Lead and manage the Procurement & Tender team to oversee sourcing, procurement, and tendering activities, ensuring timely project execution and cost-effective procurement within the construction and M&E industry. The successful candidate will develop procurement strategies, manage supplier relationships, and lead the team to achieve operational excellence and business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, coach, and develop the Procurement & Tender team to enhance performance, capability, and productivity.
• Oversee the sourcing and procurement of materials, equipment, and subcontractors to meet project and operational requirements.
• Manage the end-to-end tender process, including reviewing tender documents, preparing cost estimates, coordinating tender submissions, and ensuring compliance with client requirements.
• Evaluate quotations and proposals to ensure cost competitiveness, quality, and compliance with project specifications.
• Negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors to secure competitive pricing, favourable commercial terms, and long-term business partnerships.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers, clients, consultants, and business partners.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, contractual obligations, regulatory requirements, and project specifications.
• Monitor market trends, material pricing, supplier performance, and industry developments to support strategic procurement decisions.
• Collaborate closely with the Operations, Project, Finance, and Quantity Surveying (QS) teams to ensure timely procurement and smooth project execution.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies to improve cost efficiency, operational effectiveness, and supply chain performance.
• Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes, reduce costs, minimise procurement risks, and enhance operational efficiency.
• Prepare procurement reports, cost analyses, supplier evaluations, and management reports for senior management.
• Support management in budgeting, forecasting, procurement planning, and contract management activities.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials and services to support project schedules and business operations.

Preferred Competencies & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Quantity Surveying, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 8–10 years of relevant procurement and tendering experience, preferably within the construction or M&E industry.
• Proven experience in leading procurement and tender teams.
• Strong knowledge of procurement practices, tendering procedures, contract administration, supplier management, and cost control.
• Experience in evaluating tenders, negotiating commercial contracts, and managing supplier performance.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and procurement/tender management systems.
• Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet tight deadlines.
• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and capable of working independently as well as collaboratively across departments.