Warehouse and Procurement Manager

Warehouse & Procurement Manager

Location: New Providence, The Bahamas

Industry: Utilities / Infrastructure / Supply Chain

Employment Type: Full-Time | Leadership | Corporate Operations

A major organisation within the Bahamian utilities and infrastructure sector is seeking an experienced Warehouse & Procurement Manager to lead its materials, inventory, logistics, and sourcing functions. This role is pivotal to supporting field operations, ensuring supply readiness, implementing ERP-driven workflows, and contributing to large-scale infrastructure modernization across the region.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic supply chain professional who thrives in fast-paced, developing environments and enjoys building structure, improving processes, and leading cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Warehouse, Procurement & Vendor Management
• Oversee day-to-day warehouse operations including receiving, storage, distribution, and port-receiving procedures
• Ensure inventory accuracy, cycle counts, documentation, and ERP (Meridian) updates
• Lead procurement efforts: sourcing, vendor evaluation, purchase order management, cost control
• Coordinate logistics to ensure timely delivery of materials to field locations
• Maintain a safe, organized, and compliant warehouse environment
• Supervise and mentor warehouse staff, providing ongoing support and performance oversight
• Monitor vendor performance and negotiate contracts in collaboration with senior leadership
• Track procurement KPIs such as cost savings, lead times, and quality metrics
• ERP Implementation & SOP Development
• Support rollout and improvement of the Meridian ERP system
• Develop and enforce SOPs that standardize warehouse and procurement workflows
• Implement automation solutions such as barcode/RFID scanning
• Train staff on ERP navigation and best practices
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Align material availability with field project schedules
• Partner with Finance on budgets, approvals, and cost optimization
• Work closely with Corporate Operations leadership on strategic sourcing
• Leadership, Compliance & Performance Metrics
• Enforce safety, compliance, cargo securement, and risk management protocols
• Track and report KPIs, including inventory accuracy, warehouse efficiency, and order fulfilment
• Provide timely reporting to Senior Leadership to support operational decision-making
• Disaster Preparedness & Storm Response
• Maintain pre- and post-storm warehouse readiness plans
• Ensure rapid mobilization of critical materials following weather events

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field (preferred)
• 5+ years of experience in warehouse, procurement, or supply chain management
• Experience in utilities, construction, infrastructure, or heavy industry preferred
• Strong knowledge of inventory systems, vendor relations, port receiving, and procurement compliance
• Experience with ERP systems (Meridian or similar)
• Supervisory experience managing warehouse or logistics teams

Skills & Attributes

• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities
• Effective leadership, communication, and negotiation skills
• Highly detail-oriented with strong accountability standards
• Strong Excel, ERP, and procurement systems proficiency
• Adaptability to a start-up, high-change environment
• Preparedness for emergency/storm response in a utility setting

Who Should Apply?

We encourage applications from:

• Warehouse / Procurement Managers within utilities, construction, logistics, or heavy industry
• Supply Chain professionals with experience implementing ERP systems and building SOPs
• Candidates with experience in port receiving, inventory control, warehouse automation, or vendor management

How to Apply?

If you are a supply chain leader seeking a high-impact role supporting major infrastructure development in The Bahamas, we welcome your application. Please submit your CV or contact us for a confidential conversation.