Procurement Supervisor - East Rand

Purpose of the Role
Manage all aspects of purchasing to support organizational operations efficiently and cost-effectively.
The role of the Procurement Supervisor is to manage the companys supply of products and services. Procurement Supervisors responsibilities include strategizing to find cost-effective deals and suppliers.
Manage, lead, and control the procurement team of Local and International Buyers. To ensure that all procurement aspects are checked
The Procurement Managers duty is to discover the best ways to cut procurement expenses, so that the company can invest in growth and people.
Key Performance Areas
Establish and implement purchasing policies, procedures, and best practices
Monitor ongoing compliance with purchasing policies and procedures
Direct procurement policies to ensure all items are purchased and delivered within budget and time constraints
Monitor supplier and vendor compliance with contractual agreements
Oversee supplier compliance with internal quality standards and external regulations
Introduce performance improvement measures for suppliers and vendors
Review purchase orders for proper authorization and compliance with organizational policy and procedures
Identify and source new suppliers and vendors
Manage vendor and supplier selection process based on price, quality, support, capacity, and reliability
Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers and vendors
Establish and update an approved vendor/supplier database
Develop, negotiate, and administer purchasing agreements and contracts with suppliers in support of organizational requirements
Evaluate contracts to ensure compliance with legal requirements and organizational policies
Troubleshoot cost, quality, and delivery concerns
Manage risk relating to quality, cost, delivery, and supply of purchases.
Work with relevant departments to manage inventory requirements
Facilitate timely placement of purchase orders
Develop and manage purchasing budgets and forecasts
Monitor and reduce purchase variances to meet profit objectives
Oversee the operations and daily activities of the purchasing department
Performance manage, develop and motivate purchasing staff
Direct continuous improvement of purchasing processes in line with changing organizational needs and market conditions

Education & Qualifications
Relevant qualification in supply chain management, logistics or business administration
Experience:
Experience in purchasing and procurement minimum 10 years
Management/Supervisory Experience minimum 5 years in a Management role.
Proven working experience as a Procurement Manager or Head of Procurement - minimum 5 years
Working knowledge of all laws and regulations: relating to
Procurement, contracts;
Customs and tariffs;
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