Head Of Scm

Summary

• The Supply Chain Management (SCM) role is a strategic cornerstone within the organization, playing a pivotal part in risk and crisis management, financial performance, and operational resilience.
• The incumbent will lead the development and execution of comprehensive strategies across spend management, category optimization, vendor performance, and contract governance, ensuring sustainable value creation.
• By leveraging advanced methodologies such as Design to Cost, Supply Chain Cost Modelling, and global sourcing best practices, the role drives measurable cost avoidance and savings while strengthening the P&L and balance sheet.
• The position demands expertise in logistics, contract management, and data-driven decision-making, with a focus on mitigating risks, optimizing inventory and asset lifecycles, and ensuring full compliance with regulatory frameworks including GDPR. As a trusted advisor to senior leadership and the Board, the SCM professional will champion business partnering, talent development, and operational excellence, fostering a culture aligned with organizational values and long-term strategic goals.
  

Responsibilities

• Apply category management frameworks and best-in-class tools to identify and capture value across spend categories, utilizing Design to Cost and Supply Chain Cost Modelling to maximize savings and efficiency.
• Serve as the subject-matter expert on procurement, supply chain, and contract management, advising executive leadership and the Board on strategic initiatives and risk mitigation.
• Lead logistics excellence across warehousing, customs clearance, transportation, inventory control, and asset disposal, integrating financial and accounting insights to preserve and enhance asset value.
• Own end-to-end contract lifecycle management, including drafting, negotiation, administration, and compliance, ensuring legal robustness and risk mitigation in alignment with regulatory standards.
• Drive operational performance by delivering on savings targets, managing PR/PO turnaround times, and overseeing supplier performance and relationship management.
• Establish and maintain a robust supply market risk management framework through regular spend analysis, enabling proactive diversification and risk reduction.
• Ensure compliance with GDPR and other regulatory requirements through a well-governed master data management system.
• Identify, develop, and nurture high-potential talent, creating clear career progression paths to build future leadership capacity within the function.
• Foster a high-performance culture grounded in Telecel’s values, ethics, and commitment to operational integrity.
  

Requirements
Qualification Required & Experience

• First Degree in Procurement & Supply Chain Management with a minimum of 10 years of experience, OR a Commercial or Engineering Degree with at least 15 years of experience, including 5 years in executive-level procurement and supply chain management.
• Professional qualification in Procurement/Supply Chain Management (e.g., MCIPS) with a minimum of 5 years of post-qualification experience in a procurement role.
• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Procurement & Supply Chain Management, Project Management, Telecoms, or Materials Engineering is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated experience in telecommunications or technology-driven organizations is a strong advantage.
• Proficiency in Oracle ERP or other financial and supply chain management systems.
• Professional certifications such as ACCA, CIMA, ICA, or CPA are considered a plus.
• Exceptional business acumen with the ability to translate complex data into actionable strategic insights.
• Proven track record in driving cost savings, contract compliance, risk mitigation, and team development.
  

Location: Accra
How To Apply For The Job
To submit your application, click on the link below and complete all relevant fields on the online application form.
Closing Date: 09 July, 2026
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