BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF JOB PURPOSEService business needs through: The strategic management of contract manufacturers and suppliers, management of all costs associated with the production of the final product, by applying best procurement practices.COMPETENCIESQualificationsMatric + Relevant tertiary qualificationExperienceMinimum of five years experience in procurementMinimum of two years experience in a senior procurement rolePharmaceutical experience will be an advantage.KnowledgeIn-depth knowledge of principles of best practice in procurement is essential.Competencies – GENERALGood communication skills (verbal and written)Good people skillsGood project management skills.Competencies – COREApplication of best practice procurement principlesStrategic sourcing, vendor management, contract managementCost management and control of local and imported goodsExcellent negotiation skills coupled with the ability to plan and prioritize.Ability to interpret, capture, understand and satisfy the organization's short, medium, and long-term needs.Knowledge and ability to develop and implement procurement strategies.Personal CharacteristicsStrategic thinkerGood analytical skillsWork well independently as well as in a teamAbility to cope with pressure.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THIS ROLESourcing vendorsManaging vendor relationshipsNegotiating/maintaining costIdentifying/implementing cost reduction opportunitiesContinuously developing the procurement departmentMAIN ACTIVITIES OF THIS ROLEVendor ManagementSource vendors who have the capability and capacity to satisfy the organization's current and future needs.Structure relationships with vendors to ensure that it remains performance-driven.Monitor and manage the performance of vendors by establishing a structured service level agreement.Collaborate with vendors to identify opportunities for existing product improvement and/or new product development.Devise short, medium, and long-term supplier strategies to ensure that vendor relationships/partnerships continuously deliver value to the organization.Ensure that the organization is aligned with vendors that can contribute towards the organization's long-term objectives.Cost ManagementNegotiate prices on new and existing products.Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities independently as well as in collaboration with stakeholders.Establish/maintain open book costing with all contract manufacturers.Identify opportunities to establish rebate structures with contract manufacturers and suppliers.Ensure that all cost movements are justified, recorded, and reported.Establish protocols for raw material and packaging waste at contract manufacturers.Conduct regular benchmarks to ensure that costs remain competitive.Best Procurement PracticesDevelop policies and procedures to ensure that best purchasing practices are applied.Develop strategies to ensure that procurement decisions consider the requirements of all internal stakeholders.Develop strategies to support the organization's BBBEE objectives and corporate governance policy.
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