Assistant Manager - Procurement

Hayleys Group is amongst Sri Lanka’s largest, and most respected diversified conglomerates with a turnover in excess of USD 1 Billion. To explore the World of Hayleys, visit us at: www.hayleys.com.

HAYLEYS CONSTRUCTION & ENGINEERING

The Hayleys Construction & Engineering Sector deliver integrated building, façade, and interior solutions across Sri Lanka and beyond. Backed by the legacy and corporate governance of Hayleys PLC, the sector combines decades of expertise in aluminium systems, interior fit-outs, and end-to-end construction services. Through innovation, quality assurance, and customer-centric execution, the sector provides seamless, turnkey solutions, from design and fabrication to installation and project delivery, catering to commercial, hospitality, residential, and infrastructure developments locally and overseas.

S&T INTERIORS

S&T is a leading interior decoration company in the Middle East specializing in high quality interior decoration works. With over 33 years of experience in the field of Interior Decoration, Joinery & Furniture manufacturing, the company undertakes turn-key interior contracts for Palaces, High-end Villas, Hotels and Commercial establishments. The business activities of the company are spread over the UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait and Sri Lankan with the head office and main manufacturing facilities located in Muscat, Oman.

ASSISTANT MANAGER - PROCUREMENT

• Identify and evaluate suppliers for materials, furniture and fixtures. Conduct market research and supplier evaluations to identify potential partners for materials, furniture, and fixtures procurement. 
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery and quality products. Foster open communication channels with suppliers to address issues promptly and foster continuous improvement.
• Negotiate price, terms, and contracts with suppliers to achieve cost savings while maintaining quality standards. Utilize negotiation tactics and strategies to achieve favorable pricing, terms, and contracts with suppliers. Ensure that contracts are comprehensive, legally sound, and align with organizational goals and standards. 
• Collaborate with Clients, Designers and Project Team to understand project requirements and material specifications. Participate in project planning meetings to provide procurement insights and support the development of material specifications. 
• Coordinate the Procurement Team with Project Operation Team to address any procurement-related challenges and ensure alignment with project timelines and objectives.
• Source and select materials, furnishings, and fixtures that align with design concepts, budget constraints, and project timelines.
• Monitor and control project procurement costs to stay within budget constraints. Implement cost-saving initiatives such as bulk purchasing, supplier consolidation, and value engineering to optimize procurement expenses. 

Qualifications

• Relevant Degree or equivalent professional qualification with engineering background.
• Minimum 7 Years experience in procurement (Experience in Construction/Interior works is an added advantage)
• Excellent resource, planning, and time management skills.
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to build and maintain supplier relationships. 
• Proficiency in procurement softwares (SAP) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Highest degree of integrity.

If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this challenging role, please click on "Apply Now". Pay and benefits of the above position will be competitive, and the rewards are performance driven.

Hayleys is an Equal Opportunity Employer.