Forestry Commission

Forestry Commission invites qualified candidates to apply for the Procurement Manager position at its Harare Head Office. This senior role requires ensuring transparent, competitive acquisition of goods/services while complying with legislation and supporting organizational goals.

Duties
Strategic Procurement:

• Conduct demand planning and supplier portfolio analysis

• Develop annual company-wide procurement plans

• Create and implement procurement policies/procedures

• Develop spend analytics and reporting systems

• Manage PRAZE-GP system effectively

Operations & Compliance:

• Evaluate specifications for complex goods/services/projects

• Develop ethical/sustainable sourcing frameworks

• Monitor and align procedures with best practices

• Ensure transparent procurement systems

• Train internal stakeholders on procedures

Leadership & Oversight:

• Supervise supplier and bid evaluation processes

• Apply costing/TCA knowledge for financial negotiations

• Draft vendor agreements per PRAZ regulations

• Liaise with Procurement Regulatory Authority (PRAZ)

• Advise Tender Adjudication Committees

Organizational Contribution:

• Participate in forestry strategy formulation

• Contribute to budget development

• Manage procurement team performance/discipline

Qualifications

• Degree in Purchasing/Supply Chain/Business/Economics

• Postgraduate degree (MBA/MBL) preferred

• Professional institution membership

• 8 years experience (5 at senior level)

• Clean Class 4 driver’s license

• Knowledge of Public Procurement Act (advantageous)

Essential Attributes:

• Results-oriented with financial analysis skills

• Contract negotiation mastery

• Excellent communication abilities

• Strong ethical foundation

Application Procedure
Submit to The Director General:

• 3 detailed CV copies

• Certified academic certificates

• National ID copy

Email: recruitment.forestry@gmail.com
Address: Forestry Commission, P. O. Box HG 139, Highlands, HARARE

Deadline: 5 September 2025