Procurement Manager

at Teleresources
Location Durban, South Africa
Date Posted April 12, 2020
Category Management
Procurement
Job Type Freelance
Currency ZAR

Description

The successful incumbent will Support implementation of relevant Ways and related standards to optimise Procurement operations of Country/Mill by Managing local purchases and the local application of contracts and ensure adherence to group contracts. He/she will work with relevant Group Category Lead, Group Category Specialist and Group Category Buyer to execute the Group category strategy

Duties & Responsibilities

Support Procurement & Inventory Manager in developing strategic/ operating plans for the Country
• Effectively manage day-to-day management of key accounts, resolving supplier concerns / contractual issues / review contractual obligations of the suppliers via KPIs / SLAs written within the contracts (global and local)
• Support embedding of best practices, minimum standards, policies, processes, tools, technology and enablers through the Procurement Way and capability development strategy
• Manage and validate vendor master and obtain up to-date management information by vendor to analyse spend and identify trends and potential savings opportunities
• Ensure required procurement processes are followed when initiating the required commercial processes
• Ensure that the system and files are updated with the most current (and approved) pricing
• Input into cost reduction / optimisation opportunities within the category and local based on outcome of spend analysis
• Track application of contracts by reviewing surcharge indices, coordinating planning and performing monthly reconciliation
• Source one-offs purchases requested by end users
• Execute and apply all relevant contracts negotiated at Group and local level (compliance)
• Own and manage RFQ / tender process (incl. bid document preparation) for all local arrangements
• Ensure buying process is procedurally compliant and documentation for audit and SHERQ purposes are available
• Review and recommend solutions to optimise vendor performance across categories
• Apply a total cost of ownership (TCO) mindset and system based approach to identifying value and mapping opportunities on a risk vs complexity scale
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement across Procurement
• Actively facilitate supplier development and continuous improvement initiatives which support ongoing local Procurement strategy
• Lead the buying team to ensure compliance to governance requirements and optimisation of procurement performance
• Manage the performance and development of the Procurement team
• Develop and manage positive and strategic relationships with vendors
• Build an efficient Buying network, dynamically aligned with respective category management
• Resolve issues with suppliers in conjunction with end user
• Negotiate local contracts and approve prices, delivery and payment terms, quality requirements to meet standards and supply objectives
• Interface with business and other stakeholders to actively manage demand forecasting, production planning & ensure compliance to contracts and price agreements

Minimum specifications / Requirements areas
• Relevant 3 year degree/diploma (B Com, Engineering, BSc)
 7 years Procurement / Purchasing / Supply chain management experience
• Strong technical knowledge and understanding of Procurement processes and Supply Chain management ; proven leadership ability

Package & Remuneration

R 660000 - 660000 Annually plus Travel Allowance
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