Head of Construction Materials Procurement & Commercial Strategy

Company Description Allegiance Global is a construction materials importation and distribution company based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, providing quality building and construction products to customers and businesses nationwide. The company imports and distributes a broad range of construction materials and related supplies, serving contractors, developers, retailers, and organizations across the sector. Through reliable sourcing and efficient distribution, Allegiance Global connects local customers with trusted construction products from international markets. The organization focuses on strong relationships with manufacturers, suppliers, and customers, ensuring dependable product availability, competitive sourcing, and professional service. Allegiance Global is driven by a mission to provide reliable access to quality construction materials and a vision to be a leading, trusted supplier recognized for quality, reliability, and excellence in Ethiopia. Role Description The Head of Construction Materials Procurement & Commercial Strategy is a full-time, on-site role based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, responsible for leading end-to-end procurement and commercial activities for construction materials. This role oversees sourcing strategies, supplier selection, contract negotiations, and purchasing processes to ensure cost-effective, timely, and quality materials supply. The position involves managing relationships with local and international suppliers, monitoring market trends, and optimizing pricing, terms, and inventory levels to support ongoing projects. The role collaborates closely with construction management, project teams, and finance to align procurement plans with project schedules, budgets, and risk controls. Day-to-day responsibilities include overseeing project cost control related to materials, developing commercial strategies for new and existing product lines, implementing procurement policies and standards, and leading continuous improvement initiatives in supply chain performance. Qualifications Demonstrated expertise in Procurement and commercial sourcing, including supplier management and contract negotiation. Hands-on experience in Construction Management, with an understanding of construction materials requirements and site operations. Proficiency in Budgeting and cost optimization, including forecasting, cost analysis, and financial oversight of material spend. Proven leadership experience managing cross-functional teams and influencing stakeholders at multiple levels. Ability to analyze market data and supply chain trends to inform purchasing, pricing, and commercial strategies. Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills with suppliers, partners, and internal teams. Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Construction Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field. Experience in construction materials, industrial distribution, or related industries is highly beneficial.

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