HAVI is a global, privately owned company focused on innovating, optimizing and managing the supply chains of leading brands. Offering services in marketing analytics, packaging, supply chain management and logistics, HAVI partners with companies to address challenges big and small across the supply chain, from commodity to customer. Founded in 1974, HAVI employs more than 10,000 people and serves customers in more than 100 countries. HAVI’s supply chain services are complemented by the customer engagement services offered by our affiliated company The Marketing Store.
For more information, please visit HAVI.com.
In Ukraine, we are present at 4 locations with a total of over 200 employees. Our distribution centers each have their own teams for transport and warehousing. Interested in joining? Then apply and become part of our HAVI team!
We are looking for PROCUREMENT MANAGER for our officein Trebukhiv (not far from Brovary)
REPORTS TO: RELATIONSHIP MANAGER
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
Procurement Manager is local market leadership role whose aim is to spearhead the purchasing process from onboarding suppliers to ensuring agreed stock level with client. One of the main objectives as well is to provide guidance on sourcing and procurement processes and implementation optimization with same approach of one cluster. This is a role of a supply chain and logistics expert, specializing in implementing cost-effective purchases of all goods ad at the same time ensuring quality control and adherence to the company’s policies and procedures on supply chain management. Procurement Manager works collaboratively with different departments and the Client to ensure the organization’s supply chain aligns with the business objectives, heads a team responsible for procuring goods and ROP (restaurant order proposal).
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and implement local procurement strategies to facilitate efficient, cost-effective acquisition of the goods and services necessary for the business to operate.
- Lead the Procurement Department in management of existing processes and projects, support culture of open collaboration, transparency, and innovation.
- Manage the entire procurement process, from requesting quotes to placing orders and receiving deliveries.
- Maintain strong and trust relationships with customers and suppliers across multiple levels/departments. Understand customer’s business procurement environment, strategies and needs.
- Manage supplier relationships to guarantee that quality and delivery requirements are met.
- Perform risk assessments on potential contracts and agreements.
- Search for improvements and new methods of operation within the framework of services provided by HAVI and principles of cooperation.
- Monitor and manage inventory levels to ensure sufficient on-hand supplies for operations.
- Actively collaborate with European team to share best practices and to build competitive and innovative approach in procurement.
- Address any issues or concerns that may arise, working together with local management team to find effective solutions.
- Build effective relationship with EBA, ACC and other association for resolution or prevent any issues.
- Stay updated on industry trends and competitors to provide informed advice to clients.
- Plan, organize and control the activities of the procurement department in accordance with internal procedures agreed with the Client, Client’s, company’s requirements and strategy.

REQUIREMENTS:
- University degree in international trade field.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Top-notch written and verbal communication skills, both virtually and in person.
- Experience managing supplier contracts and ongoing relationships.
- Experience managing inventory and stock levels.
- Project management and change management skills.
- Fluent English
- 5+ years of experience in similar position preferably in the same field (advantage)
- Experience in import and export operations, including handling logistics, negotiating contracts, and complying with trade regulations.
- Results and customer oriented
- Excellent leadership skills, experiences
- Multi-tasking and managing competing priorities effectively.

The company offers:
- Become part of a successful and growing employer
- Possibility of turning your ideas into success in exciting international projects
- Open corporate culture and collaborative working atmosphere
- Development opportunities in a diverse environment
- Attractive remuneration models with performance-related pay.

At HAVI, we believe in an inclusive and sustainable workplace where our diverse backgrounds, experiences, characteristics and traits make us better. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we are committed to promoting diversity within the organization, as well as an inclusive environment where everyone can feel valued and respected, regardless of their background.

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