Procurement Manager - Madagascar

This position is based in Madagascar. The successful candidate will be required to relocate and work there permanently. If you are not willing to relocate to Madagascar, please do not apply for this position.  

1. Job Purpose

To manage the purchasing of textiles and related products, identify reliable suppliers, negotiate competitive prices and ensure products are delivered on time and meet the company's quality standards.

2. Key Responsibilities:

1. Source textiles, fabrics, raw materials and related products exclusively from international suppliers.
2. Identify new international suppliers and maintain good relationships with existing ones.
3. Negotiate prices, payment terms and delivery schedules.
4. Compare quotations and ensure the best value for money.
5. Monitor purchase orders and follow up on deliveries.
6. Ensure that purchased products meet the required quality standards and technical specifications.
7. Work closely with the sales, warehouse and logistics teams to maintain adequate stock levels.
8. Monitor market trends, new products and pricing developments.
9. Manage procurement budgets and identify opportunities to reduce costs.
10. Handle supplier issues, delivery delays and product quality concerns.
11. Prepare regular purchasing and supplier performance reports.
12. Prepare preliminary costings (pre-costings) for textile products, taking into account raw material costs, international freight and other related expenses.
13. Monitor design selections and coordinate with relevant teams to ensure that selected fabrics, materials and designs meet quality, technical and cost requirements.

3. Qualifications & Experience

1. Degree or diploma in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Textile Technology, Business Management or a related field.
2. Minimum 5 years of experience in international procurement, preferably within the textile or garment manufacturing industry.
3. Strong technical knowledge of raw textiles, fabrics, materials and their specifications.
4. Proven experience in international sourcing, particularly from India, China or other major textile markets.
5. Experience in preparing pre-costings, supplier negotiations and import procedures.
6. Good understanding of textile design selection, quality standards and production requirements.
7. Familiarity with the Madagascar textile industry, particularly the Zone Franche and garment manufacturing sector, would be a strong advantage.
8. Good proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong analytical and cost-management skills.
9. Fluency in English and French would be an advantage.