Job Description
- Develop and agree strategic objectives within procurement.
- Manage and support the Request for Quotation (RFQ) process through internal data collection, external brief, external data collection, data analysis, evaluation and feedback to stakeholders.
- Assist with development and implementation of the procurement strategy.
- Conduct annual suppliers’ price reviews.
- Act as liaison between demand and supply planning teams to support material forecasting processes.
- Support implementation of Material Resource Planning (MRP) in Syspro through collection and validation of purchasing parameters, upload of data and ongoing monitoring of functionality of MRP.
- Development, administration and management of procurement procedures, policies, flowcharts and framework.
- Monitor and ensure appropriate stock cover of key material components.
- First escalation point for pending supply risks.
- Validate alignment of quotations for new components against supply agreements in place or components of similar nature. Escalate variances or unique components to Operations Manager.
- Support validation process of pending write-off costs per stock standstill document managed by NPD.
- Ad hoc support of NPD engagement with external suppliers with regards to new requirements, pending changes or planned discontinuations.
- Continuously monitor and manage run-out plans with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
- Assist with stock take processes as operationally required.
- Ensure compliance with all food safety, hygiene, and quality requirements.
- Assist with general and procurement related ad-hoc duties.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
- A relevant Tertiary qualification in Purchasing / Supply Chain Management / Business Management or similar.
- Minimum 3 years proven experience in a similar role.
- Computer literate and fully competent in required software packages (SYSPRO).
- Experience working within an FMCG or a Food Manufacturing business is required.
- Solid knowledge and understanding of procurement processes, policy and systems.
- Solid knowledge and understanding of food safety standards (e.g. HACCP, ISO 22000, FSSC 22000, or similar).
- Strong cost awareness with a proven track record of achieving savings without compromising quality.
- Demonstrated knowledge of B-BBEE procurement requirements.
- Proactive approach to risk management in supplier and material availability.
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced production environment.
Personal Profile, Skills and Attitude:
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Highly organised with strong administration skills.
- Strong verbal, numerical and reasoning skills.
- Accuracy and attention to detail.
- Displays a concern for business values and ethical standards.
- Sets high personal standards, is focused and self-motivated.
- Able to build and maintain strong working relationships.
- Valid driver’s license and own transport available.
- Ability to multi-task.
- Team player.
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit the following documentation:
- CV
- Qualifications
- 2 x most recent payslips
Only candidates meeting the specified criteria will be considered
If you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of submitting your application, please consider your application unsuccessful. We thank all applicants for their interest.
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