Procurement Manager

Our leading FMCG manufacturing client is looking for a senior Procurement Manager to drive strategy and operations in the acquisition of goods and services to meet the company's objectives. This role involves but is not limited to managing supplier relationships, reducing costs, and minimizing risk.

Strategic Procurement

• Evaluating sourcing procedures and presenting improvement strategies to senior management for approval.
• Analysing and calculating procurement costs and developing cost reduction strategies.
• Driving purchasing decisions based on cost and scenario analysis, as well as market trends.
• Collaborating with the procurement department to identify and pursue new supplier opportunities.
• Conducting market research, as well as creating cost estimates and forecasts.
• Estimating risks and applying risk minimizing techniques, as well as negotiating contracts that comply with industry regulations.
• Maintaining strategic sourcing relationships and developing strong partnerships.

Operational Procurement

• Ensure all important Raw Materials and Dry Goods are sourced efficiently (low Cost, right quality, and on time).
• Ensure purchases are aligned to Business Stocking Parameters.
• Ensure Procurement Policy is adhered to across the organisation.

Contract and Tender Management

• Negotiating contracts with key suppliers, including costs and terms of supply, service, and quality.
• Ensure tenders and contracts are legally compliant, accurately articulate the needs to protect business interests.
• Develop, implement, and maintain the Material Requirements Planning (MRP) process.
• Working collaboratively with senior management to co-develop new processes.
• Managing compliance and payment of invoices.

People Management

• Assess, develop, reward and recruit resources, ensuring alignment with company culture, values, purpose, and strategy.
• Plan resources on an annual basis based on business development.
• Ensure readiness of the team to effectively achieve goals and personal growth.
• Continually develop LEAN strategies for performance improvements through routine evaluations, audits, and performance reviews.
• Maintain a high standard of employee relations through regular and formal interactions to ensure that Freys is an employer of choice and employees are aware of their obligations.

KEY CHALLENGES FACED IN THE JOB

• Engaging with various key shareholders who may provide conflicting information.
• Directly influencing customers and consumers.
• Sourcing of local, national and/or international raw material suppliers and/or alternative raw material substitutes.

RELATIONS AND INTERACTIONS (Interfaces)

Internal Interfaces:

• Employees at all levels within the company.

External Interfaces:

• Suppliers, Customers and Service providers.

KNOW-HOW AND SKILLS

• Bachelor’s degree in commerce/Finance, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Proven experience as a Sourcing Specialist with a thorough understanding of sourcing methodologies, market trends, and supplier capabilities.
• Purchasing experience within an FMCG environment will be advantageous.
• Understanding of general finance and budgeting, including profit and loss, balance sheet, cash-flow management, and forecasting.
• Excellent communicator who is persuasive and has great interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrating deep understanding of the Company’s commodities and knowledge of all key players and suppliers in the industry.
• Highly analytical, detail-oriented and a critical thinker with strong research skills.
• Proficiency in Syspro ERP, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook.
• Strong leadership standards with sound time-management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Conflict management and target orientation.
• Strong Business Ethics.
• Strong Leadership ability through building structure and high performing teams:
• Acting with Empathy and Compassion, whilst remaining objective and impartial.
• Embracing Diversity.
• Ensuring Accountability.
• Exemplifying Integrity.
• Fostering Learning and Development.
• Inspiring Others.
• Leading Change.
• Nurturing Innovation.