Job Purpose
Responsible for managing category strategies within Media & Marketing portfolio across Africa that are under the control of the Regional Procurement office.
Key Responsibilities
Lead strategic sourcing initiatives and optimization projects for the category in that region;
Provide regional support for initiatives managed by Markets not covered within this scope where required;
Collaborate with key stakeholders in Media & Marketing portfolio to support overall local and regional business objectives;
Develop the regional Media & Marketing Procurement strategy and key performance criteria;
Benchmark, establish and drive best practice on cost structure and cost optimisation of production / contractual / services costs;
Work with all stakeholders within category to apply existing best practices for SRM and supplier evaluation and improve/develop in partnership;
Identify, coordinate and negotiate regional framework deals as appropriate while ensuring local autonomy for supplier selection and cost negotiation;
Recommend & embed ways of working for procurement interface with stakeholders;
Manage and coach Buyers as appropriate;
Provide commercial advice and work jointly with stakeholders ensuring introduction of best practice and management of procurement principles across Media & Marketing category.
The role will support individual or multiple affiliates across Africa.
Knowledge, Skills and Attributes:
Functional and Technical Competencies:
Category Management & Knowledge, Sourcing Strategy Risk Management, Supplier Relationship Management, Supplier Market Research & Trends, Operations Performance Optimisation, Operations Planning, Production & Process Management, Procurement, Physical Asset Management, Business & Financial Acumen.
Behavioural Competencies:
Creativity & Innovation, Customer Service & Quality Orientation, Project & Change Management, Relationship Building & Communication, Entrepreneurship, Results Orientation, Ethical Decision Making.
Leadership Competencies:
Strategic Vision, Live the Values, People Development, Team Management, Leadership & Influence, Situational Adaptability, Cultural Awareness & Diversity.
Qualifications and Experience:
Relevant 3-year B Degree tertiary qualification (or similar)
At least 5 years' experience in a Procurement environment with a proven history of managing suppliers.
Partnership development across the business.
Procurement and tender experience is essential, evidence of cost model development, strategy development and implementation.
A proven track record of influencing key internal and external stakeholders.
Experience in managing sourcing activities.
Experience in the FMCG industry will be an advantage.
Job Posting End Date: 2025-01-22
Target Hire Date: 2025-03-01
Target End Date:
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