Strategic Procurement Planning
- Develop and implement innovative, cost-effective procurement strategies aligned with organizational objectives.
- Regularly evaluate market trends and supplier capabilities to optimize procurement processes.
Supplier Relationship Management
- Source, evaluate, and engage reliable suppliers and vendors through rigorous assessment criteria.
- Foster long-term relationships and partnerships with key suppliers to drive collaboration and innovation.
Contract Negotiation And Management
- Monitor spending, provide insights and drive cost reduction initiatives.
- Drive cost savings through strategic negotiations, competitive sourcing, and value engineering.
Budget Control And Cost Optimization
- Monitor and control the procurement budget, identifying opportunities for cost savings and long-term efficiencies.
- Implement strategies to promote savings while maintaining quality standards.
Risk Assessment And Management
- Conduct comprehensive risk assessments on potential contracts and agreements.
- Implement risk management strategies to mitigate procurement-related risks and ensure continuity of supplies.
Operational Oversight And Delivery
- Prepare purchase orders and ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
- Oversee operational processes, coordinating with stakeholders for seamless procurement operations.
IT Systems Management And Reporting
- Manage and optimize IT systems tracking shipments, inventory, and supply chain processes.
- Generate detailed procurement reports, providing insights and recommendations for process improvement.
Project Leadership And Stakeholder Support
- Lead and support procurement-related projects, offering expertise and guidance to stakeholders.
- Collaborate with internal teams to align procurement activities with organizational strategies and objectives.
Education
Profile and Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Business, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related discipline is often required.
Work Experience
- At least 3-5 years of relevant work experience in procurement or supply chain management in officer capacity. Familiarity with the pet food industry or food and beverage industry is an advantage.
- Strategic sourcing skills develop and implement effective procurement strategies, negotiate contracts, and establish relationships with suppliers to ensure the best terms and pricing.
- Demonstrated experience in evaluating and selecting suppliers, managing vendor relationships, and assessing supplier performance.
- Skills in inventory optimization and demand forecasting are valuable to maintain appropriate stock levels and prevent shortages or excess inventory.
- Strong analytical skills in handling data to make informed decisions identify cost-saving opportunities, and evaluate supplier performance and risks.
- Effective communication and negotiation skills when dealing with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and other departments within the organization.
- Ability to handle unexpected challenges and find creative solutions.
- Possesses integrity & ethical conduct to handle sensitive information and make important decisions related to supplier selection.
