Johannesburg, South Africa - Tower Group Ltd - Johannesburg

Description The Procurement and Logistics Manager is to manage the company's supply of materials, products and services and all logistics thereof. The Procurement and Logistics Manager is responsible for identifying, evaluating and approving new suppliers as well as the maintenance of an approved suppliers list. The person will also be responsible for evaluating supplier performance with regards to quality of product, pricing and service delivery. The Procurement and Logistics Manager's duty is to negotiate favorable terms and prices with suppliers, manage and report stock levels to ensure optimum availability. Duties & Responsibilities Devising and using fruitful procurement and sourcing strategies Procurement of stock items based on need and budget. Negotiating with external vendors to secure advantageous terms Developing & Maintaining supplier & partnership base Track and report key functional metrics related to procurement function and logistics Collaborate with key persons to ensure clarity of the specifications and expectations of the company Foresee alterations in the comparative negotiating ability of suppliers and clients Expect unfavorable events through analysis of data and prepare control strategies Perform risk management for supply contracts and agreements Control spend and build a culture of long-term saving on procurement costs Stock Control – documenting and tracking stock movements. Getting courier quotations and arranging of deliveries Managing monthly stock take in all areas. Stock take verification and scrutiny of all areas Issuing of Purchase Requisition forms to the Admin-department Collaborating with the procurement assistant in terms of goods needed, suppliers to be used and agreeing on prices Arranging transportation of finished goods and export orders from brand home. Arranging transportation of packaging material to brand home to maintain optimum stock levels. Issuing of dry goods to production Responsible to ensure good housekeeping in storage areas Compiling a procurement plan based on available forecast to ensure adequate stock cover Managing procurement cost against budget Conducting supplier benchmarking and supplier evaluations Take the lead role in the administration of the Company's export activities Preparation and processing all aspects of export documentation, from order through to shipment Liaising with Production and Purchasing functions to efficiently schedule production and delivery Point of contact for Customers, Salesmen, and Agents for enquiries relating to orders Negotiation of freight rates (Road and Ocean) Plan and implement transport activities in a cost-effective manner Control of consignment stocks held at customer sites Preparation and submission of statutory returns e.g., SARS Duties, etc Education & Training Tertiary qualification (diploma/degree) – qualification in logistics and procurement would be advantageous Proven working experience in procurement and stock management (minimum 3 years' experience) Forklift driving license would be an advantage Valid driving licence – minimum code 8 Knowledge & Experience Experience in collecting and analysing data Good knowledge of supplier or third-party management software Knowledge of sourcing and procurement techniques as well as a dexterity in “reading” the market Skills & Attributes Strong leadership capabilities Aptitude in decision-making and working with numbers Talent in negotiations and networking Computer literate Able to adapt to various circumstances Accurate reporting skills Attention to detail Ability to follow instruction Hard working and willing to go the extra mile Good team player Must be in good health Must be able to lift and handle heavy content Good mental arithmetic Strong admin skills Good communication skills Observe safety procedures and uses equipment and materials properly, including wearing appropriate PPE Maintain a positive working environment Work effectively both independently and as part of a team Willing to adjust work schedule based on needs of the distillery Adheres to company policies and safety policies Apply Now

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