Job title : Commodity Manager : Packaging
Job Location : Gauteng,
Deadline : October 09, 2025
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- You are responsible for developing and executing the sourcing strategy for your respective commodities and ensuring delivery of the best procurement value and mitigation of supply risks. You will establish a distinctive competency and understanding of the commodities and Tiger Brands’ business needs and continuously identify new procurement value opportunities in line with the Commodity Strategies. You will deliver cost savings projects focused on Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) optimization whilst ensuring a healthy relationship with suppliers and business. You will also lead a team of sourcing specialists to support you in the execution of the strategy.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Developing and executing the sourcing strategy of the respective commodityIn depth technical reports, proposals or project briefs affecting one or more business unitsExplanation of complex products, services or concepts to internal or external customers or clientsNegotiation with customers or suppliers over price, contracts or servicesWritten proposals or presentations aimed at changing practices within or across business units or selling a product or service to external clientsCompile procurement mandates and motivations for approval of contract awards to Exco levelInfluences or changes specific administrative or operational practices affecting more than one department / team / BUWHAT YOU WILL BE MEASURED ON
Streamlined, efficient processesProfessional service deliveryWHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE
Key attributes and competencies
Service management skills – ability to manage various service providers and drive efficiencyPragmatism – with an ability to think conceptually while maintaining a cost-conscious and practical approach to using time and resourcesSelf-management – with attention to detail and strong ability to execute and follow-throughExperience
Bachelor's or equivalent 3-year degree.8+ years' experience procurementStore Keeping / Procurement jobs