This Cosmetic & Fragrance company has a clear vision and sense of purpose. A family-owned business, they believe in valuing, encouraging and empowering all the lives we touch, both internally and externally. They have lots of fun, learn, unlearn, relearn, explore, evolve, embrace and adapt to new and exciting growth opportunities with a fiery passion, enthusiasm, can-do attitude and ardent entrepreneurial spirit. We are committed to creating a values-driven work environment and a culture of service to others, excellence, teamwork, collaboration, empowerment and accountability.
ABOUT THE JOB
The Procurement Manager will manage MRP (Materials Requirements Planning) and the purchasing process to ensure that the required service level and inventory targets are met and maintained. Monitor processes and procedures in the department to ensure they are effective and make recommendations for improvements if/when necessary. Engage with various stakeholders with respect to the planning and procurement processes. Facilitate, foster, and grow professional and healthy business relationships with internal stakeholders as well as external suppliers. Support new product development by managing the procurement process and ensure projects are delivered on time. Manage and support the procurement department in their tactical and systemic planning activities, problem solving, and decision making. Lead, develop, and mentor the department regarding professional as well as personal growth through day-to-day interaction, as well as through a formal performance review process.
ABOUT YOU
Must have the ability to adopt practical approaches
Must understand financial principles
Planning, organizing, follow up and feedback
Strong problem-solving skills and able to multitask
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Goal driven and Service Delivery should be your passion
Excellent verbal and written communication, with English as the main medium of communication and other South African languages an added advantage.
Must show commitment – the position requires flexibility and after-hours availability when required
Must be able to work well under pressure and achieve deadlines.
Must be computer literate – excellent Microsoft Office Suite proficiency required and adaptability to learn in-house web-based systems and more, as required
WHAT OTHER DETAILS / EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENTS MAKE OUR EYES LIGHT UP, YOU ASK?
3-5 years' experience in a similar role in FMCG, cosmetics/personal care or retail (non-corporate/SME preferable)
BCom Logistics (Hons advantageous) or equivalent - APICS qualification a bonus
Knowledge of supply chain and operations best practices, GMP, ISO-22716 advantageous.
Knowledge of Six-Sigma methodology and Lean Manufacturing methodologies / Manufacturing experience advantageous.
Strong leadership and analytical skills.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in all situations.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects with high attention to detail.
Excellent written and communication skills.
Computer proficient in MS Office, Word/Excel/PowerPoint.
Previous experience using a formal ERP/MRP system
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