Procurement Leader

SUMMARY:
A Durban-based manufacturer of chemical products requires a Procurement Leader to oversee the procurement of raw materials, packaging, and consumable, in alignment with the company's financial and strategic goals. 

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities and Areas of Accountability

Procurement Strategy and Management:

• Strategy Development: Formulate and communicate a robust procurement strategy, identifying strategic suppliers to deliver a sustainable competitive edge
• Continuous Improvement: Develop and implement an ongoing improvement plan for purchasing to minimize wastage, and costs in line with the business strategy.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Sales, Operations, and Technical teams to foster innovation and secure a sustainable and competitive supply of raw materials.
• Performance Metrics: Establish and monitor purchasing key performance indicators and variance analysis routines to track procurement efficiency and effectiveness.
• Tender Management: Create and manage strategic tender processes.
• Stock Management: Proactively manage material stocks within targeted working capital levels to reduce waste and write-offs.
• Supplier Management: Develop and execute a supplier audit strategy to ensure compliance with legislation and meet performance KPI's. Manage supplier relationships to ensure high performance and contractor assurance.
• Compliance and Specifications: Ensure all purchased materials meet business specifications and compliance needs.
• Logistics Management: Oversee logistical provisions and third-party storage for optimal performance and cost-efficiency.
• System Utilization: Advocate for and lead the development and use of the El management systems.
• Internal Communication: Maintain effective communication with internal departments regarding procurement and supply matters.

• Direct Reports: Manage direct reports to ensure departmental efficiency and effectiveness.
• Performance Improvement: Enhance departmental performance through recruitment, induction, appraisals, goal setting, personal development planning (PDP), training, coaching, and attendance management.
• Team Collaboration: Ensure the Procurement team engages and communicates productively with other business functions and sites
• Negotiation Skills: Train and coach the purchasing team in negotiating purchasing contracts and one-off purchases.
• Stock Management Training: Educate the procurement team on effective stock management practices.

• Budget Management: Operate within agreed budget constraints and adhere to the company's formal Limits of Authority at all times.

• Core Values: Promote and adhere to the Company's core values: Integrity, Accountability, Agility, Resilience, Ubuntu.
• Continuous Improvement: Participate in and contribute to continuous improvement
• Housekeeping Standards: Maintain high housekeeping standards in line with 6S practices.
• Health and Safety Compliance: Adhere to Health and Safety, Quality, Environmental, and PPE policies and procedures.
• Quality and Ethical Standards: Ensure high-quality standards are maintained.
• Additional Duties: Undertake any other tasks and duties as required by the

• Degree in Supply Chain/Procurement Management or a Commercial Degree (B.Com.)
• Registration or accreditation with a professional procurement management body is an advantage
• Minimum of 10 years' experience in Procurement
• Experience in a supervisory role/managing teams
• Demonstrated experience in strategic procurement processes
• Experience in commodity procurement is advantageous
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal, communication (written and verbal), and reporting skills
• Strong teamwork ethic
• Ability to manage multiple and changing priorities effectively under