KEY WORK OUTPUT AND ACCOUNTABILITIESSystem ManagementDevelop and maintain strategic business relationships with key e-procurement system service providers stakeholders.Oversee/conduct sourcing events to identify potential providers/suppliers for e-procurement and alternative procurement support systems.Evaluate and recommend system enhancements, for development by IT team or service providers.Motivate and implement new initiatives in the e-procurement and source to contract system environment.Plan, organise and carry out change management activities to ensure smooth transition for any new systems, functions, or processes for procurement.Oversee staff in the Price File and E-Commerce support teams.Oversee the support and training aspects of specific e-procurement systems.Manage new e-procurement initiatives with a view to enhancing operational efficiencies within the organisation.Accountable for service delivery by Price File and E-Commerce Support teams to both internal and external stakeholders.Accountable for implementation of team strategy to align with Procurement Division strategy and Organisational goals.Develop processes within the team to enhance efficiencies and offer efficient and quality output to stakeholders. Policy Development Develop policies for management of product and pricing databases and e-procurement system functions. Contribute to Procurement Policies as required. Quality Assurance Develop and guide implementation of processes within the team that focus on enhancing efficiencies, accuracies, and management of risk. Reporting Identify and develop reports focused on the e-procurement and source to contract systems and pricing databases. Professional development Assume responsibility for own personal and professional development.Keep up to date with companys evolving policies and procedures. Build and Maintain Stakeholder RelationshipsWork effectively and co-operatively with others (suppliers, pharmacies, colleagues and reporting staff) to establish and maintain good working relationships that are mutually beneficial.Create and maintain a positive environment where the differences of others are recognized, understood, and valued, so that all can reach their full potential and maximize their contributions. Education Appropriate Tertiary Degree / diploma or equivalent NQF level 7 qualification in Commerce or Management. Work experience Experience within a hospital pharmacy stock or billings environment.Experience within a price bureau or similar environment.Experience in e-procurement systems.Microsoft computer packages.At least 5 years work experience in a company within the medical industry. Knowledge and abilities Strategic awareness to address new challenges within the Healthcare sector and build a competitive advantage and sustainability through the companys moat strategy.This role requires substantial expertise in a broad range of Procurement and knowledge procurement systems, policies and procedures.Ability to work in an agile multi-disciplined environment.Solution focused and strong collaborative mind set.Demonstrates excellent organisational skills: organised and structured.Outstanding problem-solving skills.The ability to plan, implement, integrate and control activities and processesKnowledge of trends and developments in the health care industry.Knowledge of health-related policies, procedures and legislation.Working knowledge of multi/hybrid cloud environments and implementations.
