Manager– Procurement and Supplies

ZAMBIA STATISTICS AGENCY (ZAMSTATS) The Zambia Statistics Agency (ZamStats) was established under the Statistics Act, Chapter 127 of the Laws of Zambia, for the coordination of an integrated National Statistical System (NSS) to build a sustainable capacity for the production and use of statistical data and information for planning purposes at all levels of governance. ZamStats has embarked on a transformative agenda which responds to the current trends in the statistical eco-system. In this regard, ZamStats hereby invites applications from suitably qualified Zambian nationals who are self-driven and dynamic with an impeccable track record to fill the following vacant positions: Job Title: Manager– Procurement and Supplies (Salary Grade ZSA03/L) (1Position) Travel Guides & Travelogues A. Job Purpose To manage the procurement and supply of goods, services and works in order to facilitate smooth operations of the Agency. The Procurement Manager is responsible for planning, managing, and overseeing the procurement function to ensure the timely, cost-effective, and compliant acquisition of goods, services, and works required by the organization. The role ensures value for money, supplier performance, risk management, and adherence to organizational policies and applicable Zambian procurement regulations. Job alert subscription B. The Job Holder will perform the following functions: i. Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with organizational objectives. ii. Manage effectively the procurement of goods, services and works to ensure their timely availability. iii. Prepare and manage annual procurement plans and budgets. iv. Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement. v. Coordinate and provide secretarial services to the Procurement Committee to facilitate the smooth conduct of the Agency’s procurement meetings vi. Monitor procurement market trends and recommend strategic sourcing initiatives. vii. Source, evaluate, and select qualified