Western Cape: Purchasing Manager posted by The Talent Room

• Develop and implement commercial strategies: responsible for developing and implementing commercial strategies to achieve International’s sales and profitability targets.
• Market analysis: analyse market trends, competitor activity and customer requirements to identify business opportunities.
• Sustainability – as the subject matter expert your role will be to manage the implementation and assessment of suppliers to ensure sustainability targets are achieved.
• International trade agreements: Manage implementation of the international trade agreement (specifically USA, Africa, India and South America).
• Sales forecasting: work with the product managers to develop and maintain sales forecasts, monitor performance against targets and take corrective action as necessary.
• Supplier performance: Identify, vet & approve vendors and manage their performance in line with agreed SLA’s.
• Costing, Pricing and negotiations: negotiate contracts, pricing and SLAs with approved suppliers.
• Contract management: responsible for managing contracts with suppliers, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, and resolving any disputes that may arise.
• Risk management: identify and manage commercial risks including credit risk, supply chain risk and foreign exchange risk.
• Project and team management: manage and motivate team members both internally and externally providing leadership, guidance, and support as necessary.
• Relationship building: build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers ensuring the company’s International’s commercial objectives are aligned with their needs.
• Stock Management: ensure accuracy and optimization of trade-related stock levels and manage overall stock holding in line with working capital targets.
• Business Development: Develop plans for expansion and business development in consultation with the NPD, marketing, sales and product management teams.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• Commercial qualification (BCom or equivalent)
• 5+ years prior experience in a commercial role with international focus
• Subject matter expert in international trade agreements, sustainability and supplier relationship management
• A proven history of successful leadership
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Strategic thinking and strong negotiation skills
• Apply a collaborative mindset and work well as part of a team.
• Superior time management abilities and capable of meeting deadlines
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask.
• Up-to-date knowledge regarding industry trends, as well as relevant transport laws and regulations
• Ability to build strong relationships with clients and industry contacts.
• Excellent commercial acumen and strategic insight