South Africa: PURCHASING MANAGER posted by Indian Ocean Export Company

Role: Procurement Manager

Company: MOXCO

Location: Tangier, Morocco

Reporting to: General Management

Eligibility: This role requires current legal authorization to work in Morocco as a resident; non-residents are not eligible. Applicants must currently reside in country.

We are seeking a dynamic Procurement Manager to oversee all sourcing and procurement activities, with a focus on building strong supplier partnerships across Morocco. Are you a strategic thinker with a keen eye for sourcing, negotiation, and supplier relationships? Join our team and drive value through effective procurement, logistics coordination, and quality assurance for export-ready goods.

Key Responsibilities

Sourcing and Procurement

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies aligned with company goals to ensure a stable product supply.
• Identify, evaluate, and engage Moroccan suppliers to build and maintain long-term relationships.
• Monitor market trends to secure competitive pricing, drive cost savings, and negotiate favorable terms.
• Manage the full procurement lifecycle: supplier onboarding, contract negotiation, and ongoing performance monitoring.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, and Logistics to align procurement with business objectives and customer needs.
• Generate procurement reports on activity, savings, and supplier evaluations.
• Serve as the primary interface between suppliers and internal stakeholders on procurement matters.

Logistics, Warehousing, and Freight Management

• Negotiate competitive rates for local and international transport, freight forwarding, and warehousing.
• Optimize shipping routes, timelines, and service levels with logistics providers.
• Monitor freight and warehousing costs and propose cost-saving initiatives.
• Support the Export and Sales Coordinator to ensure daily tasks align with procurement and logistics priorities.

Compliance and Quality Assurance

• Ensure all sourced products meet specifications and international standards prior to export consolidation.
• Inspect warehousing quality and compliance with standards.
• Maintain accurate documentation and procurement records per internal policies.
• Verify supplier documentation (certificates of origin, MSDS, product specs, etc.) and authenticity.
• Coordinate with legal and risk teams on disputes or breaches; ensure timely resolution.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks (shortages, price fluctuations, quality issues).

Claims Management

• Develop and implement claims processes for damaged goods, delays, discrepancies, and lost cargo.
• Liaise with suppliers, logistics partners, and insurers to file and resolve claims efficiently.
• Ensure thorough documentation of all claims and timely resolution and compensation.

Minimum Requirements:

Experience and skills:

• Minimum 5 years experience in procurement, office management, and team leadership.
• Strong knowledge of the Moroccan FMCG supplier market with proven supplier development and price negotiation success.
• Solid understanding of international trade regulations, sourcing strategies, and supplier management.
• Experience managing procurement budgets and cost-control measures.
• Proficiency with procurement software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Languages: fluency in French and Arabic; strong command of English is essential.

Education:

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field.

Personal Attributes

• Results-driven with a focus on achieving business objectives.
• Adaptable and flexible across multiple responsibilities.
• Strong leadership and motivational capabilities. Team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Analytical with strong decision-making abilities.
• Proactive in identifying and resolving issues. Problem-solving mindset and solution-oriented approach.

Job Type: Permanent