Regional Hr Manager - Africa (Construction / Engineering)

Time left to apply End Date: March 8, (9 days left to apply)

Job Requisition ID: JR

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! The Regional Produce Buyer is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing fresh produce supply for the region, ensuring high-quality products at competitive prices, maintaining supplier relationships, and staying informed about market trends.

The Regional Produce Buyer plays a critical role in driving the freshness and quality of the produce offering, ensuring customer satisfaction and supporting the region's profitability.

Minimum Requirements

1. Bachelor's degree / Diploma in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business Management, or a related field
2. Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in a retail buying / procurement role, preferably in FMCG or grocery retail
3. Proven and consistent success on financial KPIs
4. Extensive commercial knowledge
5. In-depth knowledge of store operations combined with category knowledge and in-store execution
6. SAP knowledge is an added advantage

Competencies

1. Sound knowledge of buying fundamentals and in-depth knowledge of product costings
2. Ability to understand building of recipes and factoring in various relatable costs, from raw material to packaging
3. Ability to understand and analyse complex detailed information to identify the source of the issues and recommend solutions to enhance the category performance
4. Understanding of all Commercial levers in Foods retail
5. Commercial and Financial Acumen
6. Judgment and Decision Making
7. Networking and Relationship Building
8. Excellent Communication skills (Verbal and Written)
9. Sound Negotiation and Influencing skills
10. Good Presentation skills

Responsibilities

1. Conduct regular visits to local markets to understand customer needs, gather insights, and identify opportunity buys for business growth and product promotion.
2. Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers in the region, ensuring optimal product availability and alignment on pricing, promotions, and distribution strategies.
3. Monitor competitors' activities by reviewing their offerings and pricing, helping the team adjust strategies to stay ahead in the market.
4. Negotiate bulk purchase deals with suppliers to achieve cost savings and maximize profitability for the region.
5. Plan and execute market days in specific regions to boost brand presence and product awareness while engaging directly with customers and driving sales.
6. Coordinate with regional stores to create and place targeted advertising that resonates with the local customer base and drives traffic to physical and online stores.
7. Oversee the development of weekly advertisements for the region, ensuring that all promotional materials align with the broader marketing strategy and drive customer engagement.
8. Evaluate merchandising plans and their business impact; make recommendations for modifying plans based on findings.
9. Integrate with Store Operations and Store teams to drive the implementation of the category plan.
10. Demonstrate confidence and expertise when interacting with regional suppliers whilst reinforcing the importance of Pick n Pay's values, buying strategies, and corporate initiatives.

Closing date: 7 March

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

About Us

At Pick n Pay, we are more than just a retailer; we are an organization of dedicated people committed to creating an exceptional shopping experience for our customers and an enriching, vibrant work environment for our employees.

Founded in [Year], Pick n Pay is one of the largest retail chains in South Africa, serving millions of customers across the African continent.

Our reputation is built upon our commitment to offering customers the best in quality and value.

Our Mission

We serve with our hearts, we create a great place to be and with our minds, we create an excellent place to shop.

Our Values

1. Passion for our Customers: We are passionate about our customers and will fight for their rights.
2. Respect and Care: We care for and respect each other.
3. Personal Growth and Opportunity: We foster personal growth and opportunities.
4. Leadership and Innovation: We nurture leadership and vision, and reward innovation.
5. Honesty and Integrity: We live by honesty and integrity.
6. Community Support: We support and participate in our communities.
7. Individual Responsibility: We take individual responsibility.
8. Accountability: We are all accountable.

Why Pick n Pay?

At Pick n Pay, our strength lies in our people. We strive to be the employer of choice, attracting and retaining the best talent in the industry. We create a work environment that fosters growth, celebrates achievements, and values individual contributions. Here, your work will be meaningful, recognized, and rewarded. Experience the joy of being part of Pick n Pay.

Let's shape the future of retail in Africa together.