Our client in the manufacturing industry based in Weltevredenpark are currently seeking the skills of a Commodity Specialist
Main job function
Developing detailed understanding and insight of assigned category to support category related business requirements.
Developing and executing category solutions by overseeing category specific sourcing projects including: development, implementation and evaluation of the solicitation, negotiation preparation and execution, contract award and implementation and supplier management
Collecting, developing and maintaining intellectual capital related to strategic sourcing of the categories
Championing strategic sourcing initiatives within the business
Negotiating with Key Suppliers
Managing Supplier adoption (Qualification) process
Providing inputs in Capex preparations for all votes that needs Exco approval
Assisting in tender evaluation and recommendation on preferred vendors
Managing and updating contracts towards win-win solutions in line with fair competition guidelines
Developing and implementing agreed commodity and supplier performance measurement in contracts
Reviewing, evaluating and improving supplier and company performance to achieve optimal TCO (positive and negative)
Ensuring saving targets and KPI are achieved for portfolio of commodities
Qualifications
Business/Commercial/Technical related Degree
CPM, CIPS or Sapics will be advantageous
Criteria
Commercial/technical experience of at least 6 years plus 3 years strategic sourcing experience in a heavy duty engineering/mining/manufacturing
Experience in energy, logistics, maintenance, repairs and operations (MRO), raw materials will be advantageous
Key negotiations and contract management related to key suppliers and high spend commodities
Stock strategies and processes for different types of inventory management Spend analysis and commodity matrix management
Knowledge of SAP with emphasis on material management
Problem solving and analytical skills
Ability to develop solid and creative sourcing skills
Presentation skills, assertive communications and negotiations skills
A Consultant will be in touch if you are shortlisted for the position. Please consider your application unsuccessful should you not have been contacted within 2 weeks. We will keep your CV on our database and contact you should you match the criteria of any other vacancies.
To apply for this job email your details to Debra@armstrongappointments.com