FP&A and Procurement Manager

As the FP&A and Procurement Manager at KoBold, your primary responsibilities include financial planning and reporting, developing sourcing strategies, managing vendor performance, and handling procurement contracts. You’ll work closely with various teams to understand key operations, create financial models, and streamline budgeting processes, all while supporting the company’s exploration projects across Africa.

To qualify for the FP&A and Procurement Manager position at KoBold, candidates should have at least 10 years of experience in a commercial or financial lead role within construction, manufacturing, or mining sectors. A Post Graduate degree in CIPS, Project Management, Engineering, or Finance is preferred. Strong Excel skills are essential, with knowledge of SQL or Python viewed favorably.

The FP&A and Procurement Manager at KoBold contributes to the company's success by providing essential financial insights and procurement management that enhances decision-making across exploration projects. By tracking financial performance and leading strategic sourcing initiatives, you’ll help optimize operational efficiency and support KoBold's innovative approach to mineral exploration.

The FP&A and Procurement Manager will provide the executive team at KoBold with precise tracking and reporting of financial performance, facilitating informed decision-making. Your role includes developing financial models, conducting analyses, and presenting essential data that aligns with our exploration objectives and overall company strategy.

A typical day for the FP&A and Procurement Manager at KoBold includes analyzing financial data, collaborating with project teams, reviewing vendor performance, and managing procurement related activities. You’ll engage in strategic discussions with technical teams and continuously develop tools and processes to improve decision-making and streamline operations.

In your response, focus on specific financial models you have built or used in previous roles. Highlight how these models supported decision-making processes by tying them to real business outcomes. Emphasize your attention to detail and the tools you used, like Excel or other software, to enhance financial reporting.

Discuss your approach to vendor management by outlining how you evaluate supplier performance, negotiate contracts, and build relationships. Give examples of past experiences where your strategies led to improved vendor performance and cost savings, and emphasize the importance of communication in fostering strong partnerships.

Explain your method for prioritizing tasks based on urgency and importance. Discuss how you manage multiple deadlines and ensure quality outputs by utilizing project management tools or techniques. This shows that you're adaptable and focused on delivering results amidst changing circumstances.

Share specific experiences where you had to prepare and present financial reports to stakeholders. Highlight your ability to simplify complex financial data and communicate insights effectively, ensuring stakeholders understand key financial metrics and the performance implications for the projects or organization.

Detail specific initiatives that you have undertaken to streamline processes, reduce waste, or enhance data accuracy. Provide quantifiable outcomes that demonstrate how these improvements supported overall business objectives, showcasing your problem-solving and analytical skills.

Discuss your approach to ensuring compliance with procurement policies, such as maintaining detailed documentation, conducting regular audits, and providing training to team members. Emphasize your commitment to ethical standards and how you've successfully navigated compliance challenges in the past.

Mention software tools such as Excel, SQL, or financial planning software you are familiar with. Frame your answer around how these tools enhance your ability to conduct analyses, create reports, and manage budgets, giving specific examples of their use in prior roles.

Describe your strategy for fostering collaboration among cross-functional teams, such as establishing regular meetings, utilizing collaborative tools, and being proactive in communication. Illustrate how these strategies have led to successful project outcomes and stronger inter-departmental relationships.

Discuss the importance of data visualization in your financial analyses and how it helps communicate findings to diverse audiences. Provide examples of tools you have used to create effective visuals and how this practice improved stakeholder engagement and understanding of complex information.

Outline your conflict resolution strategy, emphasizing the importance of open communication and seeking a fair compromise. Provide examples to illustrate how you have successfully addressed similar situations in the past while maintaining strong professional relationships.