SOURCING SPECIALIST - Durban
Tych Business Solutions
Job ID: 83882 Date Posted: Posted 17 hours ago Expiration date: March 8, 2024 Location: Durban Job Title: SOURCING SPECIALIST – DURBAN – KWAZULU NATAL Main Responsibilities (summarize in short sentences the key responsibilities and tasks that require 5% or more of the time of the incumbent) Strategic Support: Understand category strategies and plans, delivering category analysis and sourcing exercises Develop short, mid, and long-term strategies for sub-categories Collaborate with stakeholders to determine requirements and apply professional sourcing methodologies Drive engagement with the Business regarding procurement requirements Operational Management: Forecast demand for goods/services Coordinate product/service distribution methods Ensure timely delivery, negotiated pricing, and quality standards compliance Monitor supplier performance and compliance with procurement policies Negotiate supply agreements and maintain competitive pricing Review and analyze contract requests and amendments Tender/RFQ Management: Solicit and evaluate proposals Manage administrative aspects of tenders/RFQs Communicate outcomes to the business Market Analysis and Forecasting: Evaluate market conditions and develop sourcing strategies Research potential and current suppliers Forecast price trends and impact on future activities Supplier Relationship Management (SRM): Evaluate supplier performance and negotiate costs Advise on appropriate suppliers and maintain positive relationships Monitor supplier performance against SLAs SAP Enablement: Ensure SAP master data related to procurement is accurate and up to date Promptly load new catalogues and suppliers onto the SAP system SHEQ and Sustainability Management: Administer documentation relevant to category quality assurance Maintain the approved category supplier list Support internal and external audit processes Education and Qualification (What is the minimum qualification or education that would be required for this role) Degree in commerce/finance, supply chain management, or related field 3-5 years’ experience in sourcing and project management Certification in COUPA CSO or similar procurement platforms desirable Valid Code EB driver’s license Knowledge and Skill (what kind of knowledge and skill is required in this role – basic skills, technical skills, specialized, analytical) Demonstrated knowledge of economic indicators, cost drivers, and cost analysis Success in developing relationships with suppliers, driving cost efficiencies, performance improvements, and continuous enhancements Familiarity with specific categories: Outsourced Labour, Transport, Warehousing, IT, Leases, Fuel, Pallets Experience in negotiations and relationship management Experience in third-party management is advantageous
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