- Pietermaritzburg
- Salary: Market Related
- Job Type: Permanent
- Sectors: Procurement
- Reference: Trending-Talent
Vacancy Details
Employer: National Chicks
National Chicks as a subsidiary of Astral Operations, is seeking to employ an experienced Procurement Manager to take ownership of all purchasing activities and build supplier relationships.
Candidate Requirements
Key Responsibilities:
• Manage all purchasing activities: Oversee procurement operations, ensuring timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services for the business unit.
• Supplier relationship management: Develop and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key suppliers to ensure optimal pricing, terms, and service levels.
• Price benchmarking: Lead the benchmarking of supplier prices, ensuring the company receives the best possible value for all purchases.
• Cost savings: Achieve verifiable cost reductions through strategic sourcing, negotiation, and market analysis. This will be the most critical Key Performance Indicator (KPI) for the role.
• Risk management: Monitor and mitigate supplier risks to ensure continuity of supply and compliance with company standards.
• Performance reporting: Track and report procurement KPIs, including cost savings, supplier performance, and open purchase orders.
Key Requirements:
• Proven experience as a Procurement Manager or in a similar role, with a track record of achieving measurable cost savings.
• Strong negotiation skills and expertise in price benchmarking.
• Solid understanding of supply chain management principles and procurement best practices.
• Excellent relationship-building skills with the ability to manage and influence suppliers.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
Qualifications And Experience:
• Relevant education and training
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a buying environment
• 5 years previous experience in the FMCG/Food processing and manufacturing industry will be a distinct advantage
• Must have experience in the management of staff
• Valid driver’s license and own transport essential
Computer Literacy Using The Following Packages:
• Computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook & MS PowerPoint)
• Syspro or similar ERP system
Skills Required:
• Fluent in English
• Flexibility and willingness to work overtime. This may include weekends and public holidays, if required
• Must be proactive and be able to work accurately and independently
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