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Purchaser POSITION SNAPSHOT Type of work: On site
Type of contract: Open-ended/permanent
Full/Part Time: Full time
Location: Brits, ZA
POSITION DESCRIPTION Job Purpose Manage the RFQ/RFP process for the business. Support the Site Procurement Manager in conducting local and international tenders in an effective, transparent and professional manner according to Bridgestone's procurement policy and procedures. Ensure that quality products are purchased at a competitive price and delivered on time to minimize any delays in production.
Main responsibilities Draft RFQ/RFP documents and issue tenders to the market Manage the end to end tender process. Ensure alignment with Bridgestone procurement policy and procedures. Savings Implementation. Deliver on the savings plan and track on results Manage the RFQ/RFP to ensure savings target is met Understand and Manage TCO Understanding of Incoterms, Exchange Rate, Forward Cover Negotiate and manage supplier Payment terms Manage Pricing negotiations and Price Locks with suppliers according topolicy and procedures Manage Supplier lead times and performance according to policy and procedures Develop supplier KPIs with stakeholders and cross functional teams Ensure supplier performs according to KPIs and expectations Coordinate and ensure monthly meetings with key suppliers are taking place Manage and Report back on supplier performance on a monthly basis Stakeholder Management. Understanding of Stakeholder requirements and ensure effective delivery and turnaround time Effective communication with Stakeholders Manage effective cross functional teams throughout the sourcing process Contracts Management. Ensure suppliers have contracts/SLAs in place following sourcing activities Ensure Contracts are tracked and reviewed as required Manage the contracts register and update all stakeholders Ensure effective and measurable KPIs are included in contracts Required capabilities Analytical Skills Project Management Skills Strong and Effective Negotiations Stakeholder Management Education: Minimum requirement is a Diploma in Purchasing Management . BCOM/ Degree in Procurement /Logistics/Supply Chain Management would be advantageous. Experience in Manufacturing, Automotive, Industrial industry an advantage Experience in tender management a requirement Why should you apply? We are passionate about our people and want to offer them the opportunity to develop and grow. Bridgestone as a global company drives your career to the next level by offering you possibilities to work in an international setting. You will have the opportunity to experience a dynamic and challenging environment and work on different and innovative projects. We help you to drive your career path onward and upward work in a culture of feedback that recognizes you and helps your development. You will work in a healthy and safety environment, as safety is a key priority area in Bridgestone. MORE INFORMATIONAll applications will be reviewed. Our Recruitment team will contact the suitable applicants for the next step of the recruitment process.
We are looking forward to hearing from you! DISCLAIMERDiversity and inclusion are a central part of Bridgestone EMEA's values at the highest level. This is key for our people to show a passion for excellence for improving society connected to the world in which we live. Our commitment to diversity, is linked to our founders mission of 'Serving Society with Superior Quality', which is essential in shaping and creating the organization, serving all people, respectfully, connected to our business. We recognize that everyone is different and that attracting, developing and retaining our employees will create a sustainable working environment which is essential to our success. This means that all job applicants and members of staff will receive equal treatment and that we will not discriminate in particular on grounds of gender, marital status, race, ethnic origin, color, nationality, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, religion or age.
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