Position Summary:
We are seeking a highly motivated and results-driven, strategic thinker with a passion for procurement to lead our company's purchasing and procurement activities. The Procurement Manager will be responsible for deriving value for the Group by managing the procurement process including tendering, price negotiation and supplier contract management, in accordance with financial targets. To execute the departmental strategy to support the BBBEE procurement codes, in accordance with the appropriate compliance and the governance practices of Group procurement.This is for a 6-months fixed term period.

The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and negotiation skills, strong attention to detail, and a proven track record of successful procurement management, delivering value to a fast-paced environment 
 
Key Responsibilities:
Procurement Management  

• Manage requirements of allocated supplier categories in accordance with budgetary provisions.
• Manage and optimise cost base increases, rebates, and discounts.
• Maintain adequate database of alternative suppliers to manage business continuity ensuring supply chain stability
• Oversee the timeous delivery of goods and services as per service level agreements and address escalations of supplier issues.
• Consult with service providers to address orders which have been escalated for resolution.
• Provide data relevant to allocated categories for monthly and quarterly procurement reports.
• Manage deviation requests from normal SCM (Supply Chain Management) procedures for goods and services.
• Manage tender processes to ensure compliance to the Procurement Policy:
  • Facilitate the adjudication of tenders and make recommendations to the panel for approval of the final award of tender.
  • Provide guidance and advice on tender evaluations and ensure alignment to internal processes.
• Participate in contract negotiations with strategic vendors in collaboration with the Legal department and respective internal departments and provide recommendations for approval.
• Maintain professional and ethical relationships with suppliers ensuring ongoing stakeholder management.

BBBEE / Supplier Development Management

• Identify, onboard EME’s (Exempted Micro Enterprises) and QSE’s (Qualifying Micro Enterprises) and develop Enterprise Development beneficiaries to graduate to Supplier development.
• Management of allocated categories ensuring onboarding and spending with suppliers in the six areas defined by the preferential procurement scorecard.
  

Compliance, Governance and Contract Management

• Facilitate any changes to service / product contracts for suppliers following approval, in consultation with internal stakeholders and service providers.
• Manage contractual matters in the procurement of goods and services across allocated categories.
• Renew or adjustment contracts prior to contract expiry date, ensuring compliance to contract close-out, extension, or renewal processes.
• Manage supplier compliance against Group framework, including supplier requirements and authorization of exceptions where supplier requirements are not met
• Report against procurement compliance and governance metrics using the Group framework.

Relationship Management 

• Manage strategic relationships with key category suppliers, ensuring regular communication at multiple levels.
• Facilitate quarterly strategic supplier meetings with Group procurement management.
• Develop and manage relationships with the Group divisional operations teams, to ensure supplier SLA delivery and any challenges are being addressed timelessly

Education:
A bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain, Accounting, or a related field is often required.

Experience:
Significant experience, at least 6+ years in procurement or supply chain management, with service industry experience being essential.

Technical Skills:
Strong computer skills, including proficiency with office software like Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, and experience with enterprise-level software packages such as SAP.

Key Attributes:
Excellent negotiation skills, strong analytical abilities, and a deep understanding of supply chain and logistics.

Industry Knowledge:
Familiarity with the service industry's unique requirements, including knowledge of industry safety regulations.