Head of Procurement, Property Management, and Logistics

Job Family

Administration, Operations and Facilities

Leadership Pipeline

Manage Others

Job Purpose

To ensure the efficient and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services, optimal management of the bank’s property portfolio, and the effective operation and maintenance of the vehicle fleet.

Job Responsibilities

1. Procurement Management:

• Overall purpose is to create and implement procurement strategy and policy; lead the procurement function; drive and implement the strategy for Nedbank Zimbabwe Limited. 
• Ensure value added results for the Bank by partnering with stakeholders for effective consolidation and delivery on all business requirements.
• Ensure a strategic partnership through established effective engagement channels by monitoring key expectations of stakeholders (internal/ external) and building long term relationships.
• Promote a healthy culture by being a values-driven leader and strategic business partner through developing strong, trusting relations with all stakeholders.
• Identify business risks and lead the management and control of the risks by analyzing Supply Chain processes, identifying risks areas, creating, and implementing mitigation strategy.
• Manage supplier performance by leading performance surveys, analyzing performance, create corrective action plans, enforcing compliance to SLAs / contracts and making appropriate decisions to terminate/ renew contracts.
• Provide appropriate leadership, guidance, development and coaching to the team to achieve business objectives.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures.

2. Property Management

• Oversee the management and maintenance of all bank properties.
• Ensure compliance with local property laws and regulations.
• Manage lease agreements and property-related contracts.
• Coordinate construction projects, property renovations, repairs, and maintenance activities.
• Monitor expenses and implement cost-saving measures where possible.
• Ensures compliance with relevant laws and policies relating occupational health and safety on Bank properties.

Job Responsibilities Continue

3. Fleet Management:

• Oversee the operation and maintenance of the Bank’s vehicle fleet.
• Develop and implement fleet management policies and procedures.
• Ensure vehicles are properly maintained, insured, and compliant with regulations.
• Monitor fleet performance and optimize usage to reduce costs.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and risk assessments. 
• Develop and manage the fleet budget, ensuring cost-effectiveness.

4. Leadership and Team Management:

• Lead and manage the procurement, property management, and logistics teams.
• Provide training and development opportunities for team members.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and high performance.

5. Budgeting and Financial Management:

• Develop and manage budgets for procurement, property management, and logistics.
• Monitor expenditures and ensure cost control measures are in place.
• Prepare financial reports and provide insights on cost-saving opportunities.

6. Risk Management:

• Identify and mitigate risks associated with procurement, property management, and fleet operations.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Develop and implement risk management strategies.
   

Preferred Qualification

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Property Management, or a related field.
 

Preferred Certifications

CIPS

Minimum Experience Level

Minimum of 3 years of experience in procurement, property management, and logistics at senior managerial level

Technical / Professional Knowledge

Behavioural Competencies