Job Title: Senior Procurement Manager

Location: Atyrau, Kazakhstan

Contract Type: Permanent

Position Summary

We are seeking a seasoned Senior Procurement Manager to lead strategic procurement initiatives and manage high-value sourcing operations. This role will oversee supplier relationships, drive cost-efficiency, enhance operational excellence, and support the organization's long-term procurement strategy. The ideal candidate will bring leadership, commercial insight, and strong analytical capabilities to optimize the end-to-end procurement process.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with business goals
• Lead supplier negotiations, contract development, and strategic sourcing initiatives
• Identify and leverage economies of scale to maximize value across procurement activities
• Foster strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders at executive and managerial levels
• Lead cost-saving programs and enhance cash flow across categories and business units
• Analyze market trends and supplier performance to manage risks and uncover opportunities
• Champion continuous improvement and work simplification to increase efficiency
• Optimize supplier performance metrics, procurement tools, and processes
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, regulatory requirements, and corporate policies
• Collaborate cross-functionally to remove organizational barriers and enhance service delivery
• Mentor and guide procurement staff, cultivating a high-performance team culture

   

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field
• Minimum 8 years of procurement experience, including 5 years in a supervisory or managerial role
• 2 years of experience in the GCC region is a plus
• Proven track record of managing complex procurement projects and strategic sourcing initiatives
• Strong experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP
• Deep knowledge of Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), supplier risk management, and purchasing benchmarking
• Exceptional negotiation and communication skills
• Strong leadership and team development capabilities
• Analytical mindset with the ability to assess market conditions and drive data-based decisions