Job brief
We are looking for an experienced Procurement Manager to manage the companys supply of products and services . Procurement Manager responsibilities include strategizing to find cost-effective deals and suppliers. The Procurement Managers duty is to discover the best ways to cut procurement expenses, so that the company can invest in growth and people .
Responsibilities
Discover profitable suppliers and initiate business and organization partnerships
Negotiate with external vendors to secure advantageous terms
Approve the ordering of necessary goods and services
Finalize purchase details of orders and deliveries
Examine and test existing contracts
Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness
Collaborate with key persons to ensure clarity of the specifications and expectations of the company
Foresee alterations in the comparative negotiating ability of suppliers and clients
Expect unfavorable events through analysis of data and prepare control strategies
Perform risk management for supply contracts and agreements
Control spend and build a culture of long -term saving on procurement costs
Requirements and skills
Proven working experience as a Procurement Manager, Procurement Officer or Head of Procurement
Knowledge of sourcing and procurement techniques as well as a dexterity in "reading" the market
Talent in negotiations and networking
Good knowledge of supplier or third party management software
Aptitude in decision-making and working with numbers
Experience in collecting and analyzing data
Strong leadership capabilities
Degree / Diploma in supply chain management, logistics or business administration
Please note that :
Suitable candidates will receive an application form via email.
By submitting your CV you accept that we will retain your CV in our database in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Policy.
Should you have not been contacted within 14 days , please consider your application unsuccessful for this spesific advertised position.
We will however contact you once we work on a more suitable role matching your skillset and our clients requirements, hopefully very soon.
Thank You.
Procurement Manager • Cape Town, South Africa