Description:
Key Responsibilities and Areas of AccountabilityProcurement Strategy and Management:
Strategy Development: Formulate and communicate a robust procurement strategy, identifying strategic suppliers to deliver a sustainable competitive edge Continuous Improvement: Develop and implement an ongoing improvement plan for purchasing to minimize wastage, and costs in line with the business strategy. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Sales, Operations, and Technical teams to foster innovation and secure a sustainable and competitive supply of raw materials. Performance Metrics: Establish and monitor purchasing key performance indicators and variance analysis routines to track procurement efficiency and effectiveness. Tender Management: Create and manage strategic tender processes. Stock Management: Proactively manage material stocks within targeted working capital levels to reduce waste and write-offs. Supplier Management: Develop and execute a supplier audit strategy to ensure compliance with legislation and meet performance KPI's. Manage supplier relationships to ensure high performance and contractor assurance. Compliance and Specifications: Ensure all purchased materials meet business specifications and compliance needs. Logistics Management: Oversee logistical provisions and third-party storage for optimal performance and cost-efficiency. System Utilization: Advocate for and lead the development and use of the El management systems. Internal Communication: Maintain effective communication with internal departments regarding procurement and supply matters.Team Management
Direct Reports: Manage direct reports to ensure departmental efficiency and effectiveness. Performance Improvement: Enhance departmental performance through recruitment, induction, appraisals, goal setting, personal development planning (PDP), training, coaching, and attendance management. Team Collaboration: Ensure the Procurement team engages and communicates productively with other business functions and sites Negotiation Skills: Train and coach the purchasing team in negotiating purchasing contracts and one-off purchases. Stock Management Training: Educate the procurement team on effective stock management practices.Finance
Budget Management: Operate within agreed budget constraints and adhere to the company's formal Limits of Authority at all times.General Responsibilities
Core Values: Promote and adhere to
14 Mar 2025;
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gumtree.co.za