An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Procurement Specialist within a food manufacturer company based in Olifantsfontein, Gauteng.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Procurement projects to tender for goods and/or services in own area of responsibility
• This comprises supplier selection based on requirements defined by the corresponding functional owners, market analysis, Non-Disclosure Agreements, requests for information, requests for quotation, commercial negotiation, supplier selection, contract preparation and signing and implementation Vendor Management
• Devise long-term development strategies for product categories
• Build trust with key suppliers to achieve better pricing and quality of services and efficiencies
• Assist with implementation of Procurement Strategy and Policies
• Perform category management including strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, contract, performance, and risk management
• Identify and drive savings, discounts, and rebates
• Address any supplier issues to ensure highest level of service delivery
• Risk Management
• BBBEE Strategy Implementation
• Assist by executing effective negotiation process with preferred suppliers
• Monitor and advise on any issues which present risk or opportunity to the organization
• Conducting spend analyses across respective global supply markets
• Conducting market research and data analyses and presentation

Requirements

• University Degree / Diploma, in Supply Chain, Procurement, or similar
• Computer literate – MS Office – ADVANCED
• 3 or more years operational experience in a Supply Chain/Procurement environment
• Sound understanding and knowledge of MRP and ERP systems
• Working experience in infant, powder production environment or FMCG would be advantageous
• Ability to perform under pressure and meet changing deadlines
• Knowledge of Supply chain & Procurement processes
• Preferably International procurement experience
• Ability to multitask and prioritize projects

• Salary: R550K/yr - R650K/yr, negotiable
• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience
• Paid Time Off

If you meet the above requirements and want to make a career-changing move, apply today by either filling in the online application form or emailing your CV to [email protected]

Alternatively, you are also welcome to contact Shannon or Jamie on 021 180 0776

Please note that correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates for this position. Should you not hear from us within 3 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.