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Category Lead - Port ElizabethFull job descriptionJob purposeLead supplier development, supplier negotiations, RFQs, and CMO category strategy for major suppliers.Identification of continuous improvement opportunities.ResponsibilitiesSupplier managementMonitor quality standards and identify performance failures.Conduct supplier audits and report on supplier performance.Manage supplier communications and documents and process flow, including RFIs, RFP, RFQ, and RFBsResolve supplier issues; maintain working relationships with key suppliers.Set up new vendors and coordinate with legal to support new contracts; maintain/ update existing contracts.Identify new suppliers and products in the marketplace.Vet potential suppliers capabilities (delivery, quality, services)Review insourcing and outsourcing opportunities.Negotiate with suppliers to carry stock for fast moving items.Assist in the drafting of specifications as required and provide advice and guidance to customers on procurement processes.Review and approve price variances (Order vs Invoice Prices)BBBEE and procurement administrationRisk ManagementMaintain and report on adherence to internal and external compliance requirements.Actively reduce third-party risk exposureCarry out risk management processes within CMO category.Report & record keepingMaintain repository of procurement-related knowledgeMaintain complete, compliant documentation of purchasing activities.Maintain standards and update SOPs for documentation and filing requirements.BudgetingManage and optimize use of Category budget.Provide input into required changes in resources to enable achievement of objectivesMonitor, track and report on expenditure against budget.Planning & coordinationOptimize processes, identify gaps in policies, procedures and legislation, and propose changes or improvements to managementProvide technical advice to internal stakeholders. Background/experience6 years' relevant experienceExperience in a manufacturing procurement environment, and preferably with significant experience in a CMO environment.National Diploma in relevant field (Procurement, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Finance), or a related disciplineSpecific job skillsComputer literacyCompetenciesCustomer AwarenessMeeting DeadlinesMaking DecisionsPlanning and OrganizingInterrogating Information

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