Job Description

Job PurposeThe purpose of this role is to raise RFP and RFQ's as well as manage the process. Negotiate to ensure that budgeted savings targets are achieved.Key Performance AreasKey Performance IndicatorsWeighted importanceFinancialCost savings

• Negotiate on all RFQ and RFP process to meet budgeted targets
• Achieve budgeted procurement savings

StakeholderInternal Stakeholders

• Meet stakeholder project timelines
• Manage relationships and expectations

Suppliers

• Source credible suppliers
• Conduct supplier risk assessment
• Negotiate delivery timelines
• Manage relationships

Internal processRFQ's

• Raise RFQ following the procurement policy and procedure in terms of the threshold guidelines.
• Negotiate best prices with the suppliers.
• Conduct supplier risk assessment.
• Ensure quality on both services and commodity.

RFP's

• Raise RFQ following the procurement policy and procedure in terms of the threshold guidelines.
• Negotiate best prices with the suppliers.
• Conduct supplier risk assessment.
• Ensure quality on both services and commodity.

CapacityPersonal Development

• Keep abreast of procurement related industry changes as and when required.

Key Competencies Required for the RoleSales CompetenciesProficiencyCommercial OperationsProficiencyNegotiation skillsSkillContract ManagementSkillProcurement expertiseSkillAnalyticsSkillSupplier relationship managementSkillCommunication SkillsSkillMarket AnalysisSkillProblem solvingSkillCost ManagementSkillInventory ManagementSkillLeadership AttributesProficiencyLeadSkillEmpowerMasteryAdvance ResultsMasteryDevelop ConnectionsSkillEducation and ExperienceBCom Degree in Management Accounting or Supply Chain Management or Logistics or EngineeringAt least 5 years' experience in a same or similar role.MORE INFORMATIONAll applications will be reviewed. Our Recruitment team will contact the suitable applicants for the next step of the recruitment process.We are looking forward to hearing from you!DISCLAIMERDiversity and inclusion are a central part of Bridgestone EMEAxe2x80x99s values at the highest level. This is key for our people to show a passion for excellence for improving society connected to the world in which we live. Our commitment to diversity, is linked to our founders mission of xe2x80x98Serving Society with Superior Qualityxe2x80x99, which is essential in shaping and creating the organization, serving all people, respectfully, connected to our business. We recognize that everyone is different and that attracting, developing and retaining our employees will create a sustainable working environment which is essential to our success. This means that all job applicants and members of staff will receive equal treatment and that we will not discriminate in particular on grounds of gender, marital status, race, ethnic origin, color, nationality, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, religion or age.

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