Procurement Specialist

Job category: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain
Location: Cape Town
Contract: Permanent
EE position: Yes
Introduction An opportunity as Procurement Specialist has become available at New Clicks SA (Pty) Ltd. The role will be based in Woodstock, Cape Town and will report to the Procurement Manager.
Job Purpose: Assisting the Procurement- Senior & Intermediate with the day to day activities with regards to the control of expenses and managing the various non-trading commodities and contracts for the Group
Job Objectives: Implement sourced contracts and manage compliance at site levelFacilitate the use of appropriate procurement technology and reportingTrack supplier performance and manage supplier relations.Identify areas where opportunities for savings exist.Focuses and improve communication between Head Office procurement and operations.Conduct meetings with suppliers regarding performance levels, savings initiatives and collaborative measuresAct as commercial central point of contact to vendors. Facilitate all critical contract commodity/service requirements.Bench marking against best practice companies.Analyze price behavior and forecast price Qualifications & Requirements: Diploma in Purchasing Management (would be an advantage)SAPICS and or CIPS QualificationAdvanced Excel Experience: Minimum 5 years' experience in the Procurement spaceMinimum 3 year related experience in similar environment Skills, Abilities and Job Related Knowledge: Strong negotiations skillsFinancial skillsMust be able to work under pressure.Must be flexible and energeticMust be quick and efficient in dealing with problemsMust be friendly, helpful and politeMust be honest, responsible and self-motivatedMust be punctual and reliableMust be approachable, and be able to work independentlyDo you require help with the registration process?#J-18808-Ljbffr