Regional Procurement, Supply Chain & Logistics Manager

Regional Procurement, Supply Chain & Logistics Manager

The Regional Procurement, Supply Chain & Logistics Manager will oversee all related supply chain activities within the Sub-Sahara Africa region.

Main Purpose of the Job

The role will be primarily responsible for coordinating with other regional leaders in the global supply chain functions and with business leaders within the region and laboratory level to assess, develop and implement best practices for Procurement and Logistical strategy, and eventually to establish centralized procurement and logistical support function for this region.

Scope of the Job

The Regional Procurement, Supply Chain & Logistics Manager will be based in ALS Chemex Head Office in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Detail tasks and responsibilities as follows:

1. Compliance:
   • Practice the ALS Health and Safety Foundation Standards
   • Practice the ALS company core values.
   • Abide by the ALS company policies and procedures.
   • Always abide by local legislative requirements.
2. Main tasks and job responsibilities:
   • Coordinate with existing laboratory managers, regional business leaders and global procurement and supply chain leadership to develop plan for procurement execution in the region.
   • Develop and implement a plan for consolidation of requisitions, sourcing plans, and vendor agreements.
   • Identify, develop, qualify, and improve relationships with existing and new vendors.
   • Assess, develop, and implement inventory management plan for the region.
   • Implement best practices for monitoring inventory of supplies, consumables, and spare parts.
   • Develop requirements and plan for proper import of goods into Africa.
   • Represent the procurement and supply chain function in meetings with other business areas.
   • Set respective KPIs and ensure adherence, performance measurement and target achievement.
   • Resolve claims and dispute events with vendors.
3. Logistical responsibilities:
   • Oversee the planning, implementation, and optimization of logistics operations.
   • Develop and implement logistics strategies for efficient and cost-effective movement of goods.
   • Coordinate with suppliers, manufacturers, and customers for timely delivery.
   • Monitor and manage logistics performance metrics.
   • Ensure compliance with local and international regulations.
   • Manage and control costs while maintaining high service levels.
   • Develop and maintain relationships with logistics service providers.
   • Implement and manage logistics technology solutions.
   • Conduct regular audits of logistics processes.
   • Provide leadership and guidance to logistics staff.
4. Human Resource:
   • Review, develop and train staff on the performance management process.
   • Review current job profiles to ensure alignment to business needs.

Competencies required for the role are as follows:

1. Behavioral Competencies:
   • Practical and detailed approach to improvement opportunities.
   • Ability to persevere in the face of challenges.
   • Accountability for delivering cost savings and value creation.
   • Maintain confidentiality and integrity.
   • Sound decision making, problem solving skills.
   • Ability to work accurately with minimal supervision.
   • Demonstrates accountability and a team player.
   • Ability to investigate, resolve and respond to queries.
   • Inspires and drives excellence in all aspects of work.
2. Technical Competencies:
   • Excellent fiscal and numerical competency.
   • Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
   • Use data to support decisions and align others.
   • Ability to negotiate contract terms and conditions.
   • Organized and able to multi-task.
   • Interact and communicate respectfully considering diverse cultures.

Qualifications:

1. 4-10+ years of Procurement and/or Laboratory or Business Management experience.
2. BA or BS degree in Supply Chain, Business, Technical/Engineering, or related field (preferred).
3. Demonstrated record of implementing continuous improvement ideas.
4. SAP software experience preferred.
5. Mine Site, Geochemistry, Laboratory, Testing and Certification work experience preferred.
6. African Experience in Procurement and Logistics is highly preferred.
7. Excellent English communication, report writing, and presentation skills.
8. French will be an advantage.
9. Advanced Computer Skills – Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel, Databases, and MS Office.
10. Will be expected to travel as needed to regions.