Procurement and Supplies Manager Nitrogen Chemicals of Zambia Limited (NCZ)

About Us

Nitrogen Chemicals of Zambia Limited (NCZ) is a leading fertilizer manufacturing company in Zambia based in Kafue District, Lusaka Province. NCZ is wholly owned by the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC).

Role Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Procurement and Supplies Manager to join our Procurement team. The successful candidate will be responsible for purchasing local/foreign raw materials and various supplies required by the company to achieve its planned production targets on the most favourable terms to the company and to schedule and progress their availability, shipment, and delivery so that they are stored and available to user departments on planned dates.

Key Responsibilities

1. Procurement Strategy and Policy
Ensure that long-term procurement and store strategies and policies are developed, incorporated into the corporate strategic plan, and approved by management.

2. Annual Procurement Plan and Budget
Ensure that annual procurement plans are developed and budgeted according to company requirements and approved for execution in line with the strategic plan.

3. Control Expenditures
Manage department budget and control expenses within approved limits.

4. Negotiate Contracts
Ensure that contracts for goods, works and services are negotiated with suppliers and agreed upon within budgetary limits.

5. Manage Contracts of Goods, Works and Services
Enforce terms of contracts for goods, works, and services and deliver agreements by agreed timeframes and service levels.

6. Secure Materials and Supplies
Ensure that materials and supplies are stored according to safety and security standards, protected from preventable pilferage, deterioration, damage, and theft, and contribute to uninterrupted operations of the plant.

7. Enforce Standard Procedures Compliance
Enforce standard and statutory procurement and store procedures.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 School Certificate with 5 ‘O’ levels.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Purchasing and Supplies or its equivalent.
• Master’s in Purchasing and Supply or any related field will be an added advantage.
• Certification of educational qualifications with the Zambia Qualification Authority (ZAQA) is a must.
• Member of Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supplies with Valid Practicing License.
• Minimum ten (10) years of work experience at Senior management level.
• Deep understanding of the Zambia Procurement ACT and Regulations.
• Procurement Ethics, Supervisory and Management Skills.

Why Join Us?

• Work with a passionate and dynamic team.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• A culture of innovation, inclusivity, and professional development.