Procurement Specialist

Roles & Responsibilities The role involves managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts and ensuring the continuous supply of quality raw materials, components and services. This is a leadership role within the Procurement Department with significant impact on process efficiency, operational excellence deliverables, sustainability of our supply chain, as well as driving Procurement and Company culture and values. Description of key performance areas: Develop and implement strategic and tactical sourcing plans for a portfolio of materials, goods or services. Manage supplier selection, qualification and performance. Deliver KPIs relating to TCO, quality, service, innovation, and continuity of supply for the portfolio. Collaborate with internal stakeholders, suppliers and other appropriate stakeholders to identify innovation opportunities aligned to delivering against the companys innovation strategy. Negotiate and implement supplier contracts and service level agreements. Monitor supply market analysing market trends to identify supply risks, opportunities and develop the appropriate sourcing plan. Drive cost-saving initiatives and process improvements. Ensure compliance with ISO and other accreditation standards as well as legislative compliance. Qualifications: B Com supply chain, MCIPS or similar. Experience: 3 years relevant experience