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Africa Sourcing Specialist
(Africa Sourcing Spec)
Overview
Reference
Africa Sourcing Spec
Salary
ZAR/month
Job Location
- South Africa -- Johannesburg Metro -- Johannesburg
Job Type
Permanent
Posted
13 September 2024
Our client is looking for a highly skilled and strategic Africa Sourcing Specialist to manage the procurement of Capex, MRO, Spares, Utilities, and Technical Services across multiple countries in Africa. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sourcing and procurement, with the ability to drive cost savings, optimize processes, and manage supplier relationships on a large scale.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee the procurement of Capex, MRO, Spares, Utilities, and Technical Services across various operations in Africa.
- Manage a total spend scope of approximately $100 million per annum, consolidating group orders for better pricing and negotiation.
- Lead the process for Requests for Information (RFIs), Requests for Quotation (RFQs), and Requests for Proposal (RFPs), ensuring compliance with company standards.
- Drive cost-saving initiatives and recommend optimization strategies for procurement processes.
- Conduct quarterly reviews of supplier performance, ensuring alignment with company standards.
- Collaborate closely with the Operations division to identify new suppliers and gather feedback on supplier performance.
- Develop and track supply chain effectiveness metrics, providing regular reports on procurement performance.
Key Skills:
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Excellent negotiation skills with the ability to manage high-value purchases.
- Analytical mindset with a focus on process improvement and cost-saving initiatives.
- Experience working across multiple countries and managing international supplier relationships.
- Proficiency in SAP and Ariba systems.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a high level of self-motivation and urgency.
- Experience in the Food FMCG or similar industry is preferred.
- Proven experience in implementing end-to-end procurement strategies.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Technical, Engineering, Operations, or a related field.
- 8-10 years of business experience, with a minimum of 2 years in sourcing across multiple countries.
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