Job Description
Position: Procurement ManagerReports to: DirectorRole Overview: As a Procurement Manager, you will be overseeing the sourcing, negotiation, and purchasing of products and services for the business. Ensuring supplier agreements meet the required quality, cost, and service levels, while also identifying opportunities for cost savings and process improvements. The role involves developing and maintaining strong supplier relationships, managing supply risks, and aligning procurement practices with sustainability policies. Additionally, the Procurement Manager will lead and mentor the procurement team, collaborating with other departments to optimize systems and processes, and ensuring effective communication across the supply chain to support the company's growth and success.Core ResponsibilitiesOversee supply performance to meet business needs.Source and qualify suppliers, ensuring budget adherence.Identify and implement cost-saving and process improvement opportunities.Negotiate with suppliers to ensure quality, cost, and service levels.Build and maintain strong supplier relationships.Review and improve existing processes and procedures.Optimize ERP system usage in collaboration with other departments.Work with Sales and Marketing to align supply with client needs and stay ahead of competitors.Monitor and mitigate supply risks proactively.Align procurement practices with the company's sustainability policy.Lead, coach, and mentor the procurement team.Ensure effective communication with warehouse, logistics, inventory, and management teams.Produce and present monthly procurement reports.Innovate and share ideas to enhance supply chain and procurement functions.RequirementsMinimum 8 years of procurement experience, including a minimum of 3 years in a leadership role.Bachelor's degree in Business, Procurement, or a related field.Experience in Food Services/FMCG or similar industries.Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.Strong leadership and team-building abilities.Skilled negotiator with a passion for achieving optimal outcomes.Proficient in Microsoft Office and ERP systems.Problem-solving and change management skills.Full, clean driver's license. #J-18808-Ljbffr