Procurement Manager – St. Lucia

About the role

CPJ St. Lucia Ltd. is seeking an experienced and commercially focused Procurement Manager to lead the company’s procurement function. The successful candidate will ensure timely, cost‑effective and compliant sourcing of products, goods and services required to support the business.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business objectives, cost targets and continuity of supply.
• Identify, evaluate and manage local, regional and international suppliers.
• Negotiate competitive pricing, payment terms, contracts, rebates and service agreements.
• Monitor supplier performance and establish alternative sources to reduce supply risk.
• Work closely with Sales, Warehouse and Operations to forecast demand and maintain appropriate stock levels.
• Manage reorder points, lead times and replenishment cycles to reduce stockouts, overstocking, spoilage and excessive holding costs.
• Monitor procurement expenditure and identify opportunities for cost savings and margin improvement.
• Oversee import procurement, shipment coordination and landed‑cost calculations.
• Ensure accurate procurement and costing information is maintained within ERP and inventory systems.
• Lead, coach and manage the Procurement team, driving performance and capability development.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, procurement, logistics, business administration, finance or a related field.
• Minimum five years of procurement experience, preferably in food & beverage, FMCG, distribution, retail or wholesale.
• Proven experience in strategic sourcing, supplier negotiation, contract management and procurement planning.
• Strong knowledge of ERP platforms, procurement systems, inventory management and purchasing controls.
• Experience in budget management, cost control and supplier performance management.

Required skills

• Strong negotiation and commercial acumen.
• Leadership and team‑management capability.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Understanding of procurement governance, compliance and internal controls.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.