General Procurement Manager

Duties:

• Manage the end-to-end procurement process for assigned categories, including sourcing, tendering, supplier evaluation, commercial negotiations, contract award, and purchase order issuance.

• Review and process Purchase Requests (PRs), ensuring completeness, accuracy, proper justification, and compliance with internal procurement procedures.

• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to clarify procurement requirements, review specifications, resolve discrepancies, and ensure timely processing of PRs.

• Monitor PR approval and processing status, ensuring timely progression through the procurement workflow.

• Develop and maintain a qualified supplier base to ensure competitive pricing, service quality, and reliable delivery.

• Prepare and conduct competitive tenders, including RFQ/RFP preparation, bid evaluation, commercial comparison, and supplier selection.

• Review and analyze commercial proposals, cost breakdowns, BOQs, and Statements of Work (SOWs).

• Manage procurement activities across various indirect procurement categories, including Marketing, Human Resources Outsourcing (HRO), Events, and other business support services.

• Negotiate commercial and contractual terms in coordination with Legal, Finance, and relevant stakeholders.

• Monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with contractual obligations, company procurement policies, and internal procedures.

• Identify cost optimization opportunities, implement sourcing strategies, and drive procurement efficiency.

• Prepare procurement reports, savings analyses, and sourcing performance updates for management.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field.

• Minimum 2–3 years of relevant experience in procurement, preferably in General or Indirect Procurement.

• Practical experience in tender management, supplier sourcing, commercial evaluation, and contract negotiations.

• Understanding of indirect procurement categories, particularly Marketing, HRO, Events, and business support services.

• Ability to analyze commercial proposals, cost structures, BOQs, and Statements of Work (SOWs).

• Strong commercial awareness and analytical skills, with the ability to identify cost optimization opportunities.

• Good command of English. Russian and Uzbek language skills are considered an advantage.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Experience with SAP or other ERP procurement systems is an advantage.

• Strong negotiation, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to manage multiple procurement activities independently, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.

• Fluent in English and Russian mandatory.

Working conditions:

• Work in the Tashkent office, near Oybek metro station.
• Working hours: 9: 00-18: 00 (lunch break 12: 30-13: 30).
• Working days: Monday - Friday (5/7)
• Days off: Saturday, Sunday.
• Probation period: 3 months.
• Working language: Russian/English (spoken English proficiency required; the interview will be conducted in English).
• Monthly mobile allowance.
• Medical insurance.
• Performance-based bonuses.