Procurement Manager

DUE: 20 JUN 2025

ZIMBABWE BROADCASTING CORPORATION

JOB ADVERTISEMENT : PROCUREMENT MANAGER

JOB SUMMARY

The Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation (ZBC), the country’s public broadcaster, invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced professionals for the position of Procurement Manager.

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the Procurement Manager will lead the strategic sourcing and procurement function of the Corporation. The role entails ensuring full compliance with national procurement regulations, optimising procurement processes, and driving value across the supply chain. This position is critical to the efficient, transparent, and cost-effective delivery of ZBC’s broadcasting mandate.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure effective implementation and compliance with the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Act [Chapter 22:23] across all procurement activities.
• Develop and implement strategic procurement frameworks, including procurement plans, framework agreements, and service level agreements (SLAs).
• Manage the complete procurement lifecycle — from requisition to contract award and performance monitoring.
• Lead supplier sourcing, selection, and onboarding processes while maintaining robust supplier relationships.
• Conduct market intelligence, benchmarking, and cost reduction strategies, including whole life costing.
• Negotiate contracts to secure best value in terms of cost, quality, and delivery.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure adherence to contractual and statutory obligations.
• Oversee procurement budgeting and reporting in alignment with strategic and operational goals.
• Ensure that all procurement transactions meet audit and regulatory standards of transparency and accountability.
• Collaborate with internal departments to align procurement activities with corporate objectives.

Qualifications and Attributes:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A Master’s degree in a relevant discipline will be an added advantage.
• Full professional qualification is mandatory: CIPS, CILT, or IAC.
• Membership with ZIPS is an added advantage.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in procurement or strategic sourcing, preferably within a regulated or public sector environment.
• In-depth knowledge of public procurement legislation and best practices.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems is an added advantage.
• High levels of professional integrity, confidentiality, and independent judgment.

TO APPLY
Application Instructions:
Interested and qualified candidates should submit:
– A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae
– Certified copies of academic and professional qualifications
– A cover letter outlining their suitability for the role.
Applicants are invited to visit the Corporation’s Job Portal  CLICK TO APPLY , email [email protected]  by Friday the 20th of June 2025.

ZBC is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusion.