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.