Senior Manager Procurement and Supplies at Energy Regulation Board

This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. Learn More We have started building our professional LinkedIn page. Follow Job Title: Senior Manager Procurement and Supplies The Energy Regulation Board (ERB) is a statutory body created by the Energy Regulation Act No. 12 of 2019 to regulate Zambia’s energy sector. The ERB is looking to hire a qualified and experienced Zambian national to fill the position of Senior Manager Procurement and Supplies to be based at its Head Office. To plan, direct, coordinate and control the procurement of goods, works and services, contract management and stores functions of the ERB in accordance with the Public Procurement Act and related regulations in order to ensure timely, transparent, cost-effective and compliant procurement that supports the efficient functioning of the Institution. Main Duties and Responsibilities The main responsibilities for this role include: • Direct the acquisition of goods, works and services in accordance with the Public Procurement Act No. 8 of 2020, its regulations and ERB procedures • Develop, implement and monitor the institutional annual procurement plan to facilitate efficient procurements • Provide secretariat services to the Procurement Committee in order to facilitate the conduct of business • Provide technical advice to Management on procurement matters to ensure compliance with statutory provisions • Oversee the preparation of solicitation documents and the invitation, opening and evaluation of bids/proposals • Undertake contracts management, negotiate favourable terms and monitor supplier performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations • Maintain accurate procurement records in order to enhance accountability and facilitate audits • Prepare periodic procurement reports for Management, the Board and the Zambia Public Procurement Authority (ZPPA) • Review procurement procedures and recommend effective and efficient systems, including use of the electronic Government Procurement (e-GP) system • Identify and manage procurement-related risks • Prepare and manage the Unit’s strategic and operational plans and budgets • Provide leadership, supervision and development of procurement staff Minimum Qualifications and Skills • Full Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent with five (5) credits or better • Bachelor’s Degree in Purchasing and Supply, Procurement and Supply Chain Management or equivalent • Full and valid membership of the Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply (ZIPS) • A Master’s Degree in a relevant field and/or Full Membership of CIPS (MCIPS) • Verification of qualifications by ZAQA is required • Minimum seven (7) years relevant experience in procurement and supply, with at least three (3) years at management level • Strong leadership and management skills • Sound knowledge of the Public Procurement Act, regulations and procedures • Contract negotiation and management skills • High analytical and problem-solving ability, Computer literacy • Strategic thinking and planning capability • Excellent interpersonal and report writing skills • High integrity and confidentiality