Job Description

OverviewDepartment: ProcurementSeniority: Professionally QualifiedReporting to: Procurement ManagerLocation: Pineside RoadOur Client is a leader in the development and supply of innovative technology for the composites, architectural, industrial, vehicle refinish, construction, adhesives, textiles, detergents and graphic arts markets. They have a worldwide footprint with an established trading footprint in Africa, Indian-Ocean Islands and Australasia.No. of Vacancies1Specific SkillsMinimum Critical competencies:

• Relationship management
• Strong negotiation skills
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Strategic thinking
• Ability to change
• Analytical, attention to detail
• Understanding risk management and ability to implement risk mitigation
• Problem solver
• Influencer
• Good communicator

Previous Employment Environment:

• Chemical or manufacturing

Responsible ForJob Overview:

• They are seeking an experienced Procurement Specialist to lead and execute both strategic and tactical sourcing activities.
• The role involves managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts and ensuring the continuous supply of quality raw materials, components and services.
• This is a leadership role within the Procurement Department with significant impact on process efficiency, operational excellence deliverables, sustainability of our supply chain, as well as driving Procurement and Company culture and values

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategic and tactical sourcing plans the portfolio of materials, goods or services with in a category.
• Manage supplier selection, qualification and performance management.
• Deliver KPI's relating to TCO, quality, service, innovation, and continuity of supply for the portfolio.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, suppliers and other appropriate stakeholders to identify innovation opportunities aligned to delivering against the company's innovation strategy.
• Negotiate and implement supplier contracts and service level agreements.
• Monitor supply market analyzing market trends to identify supply risks, opportunities and develop the appropriate sourcing plan.
• Minimize risk to continuity of supply by carrying out supplier risk assessments for the portfolio's suppliers and implementing corrective actions as required.
• Drive cost-saving initiatives and process improvements driving improved process efficiencies.
• Ensure compliance with ISO and other accreditation standards as well as legislative compliance.
• Drive a culture of procurement professionalism through the business.

Job NatureFull TimeEducational Requirements

• Matric
• BCom supply chain, MCIPS or similar

Experience RequirementsMore then 5Job LocationDurbanJob LevelIntermediate PositionHow to ApplyInterested candidates can send their resumes to natasha@njplacements.co.za mentioning "Job Title" in the subject line.

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