Procurement Specialist – Durban needed at Hirt & Carter
Job title : Procurement Specialist – Durban
Job Location : KwaZulu-Natal, Durban
Deadline : May 12, 2024
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CORE PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
- The Procurement Specialist is responsible to manage the acquisition of goods and services necessary for the business to operate efficiently.
- The Procurement Specialist is tasked with analysing market trends, assessing supplier capabilities, implementing best practices to streamline procurement operations and support the business goals and objectives.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:
- Thoroughly analyse the products needed considering factors such as quantity specification, innovation, quality standards and delivery timelines
- Ensure signed agreements in place with current and new suppliers
- Regularly compare the pricing, terms, and performance of current suppliers against industry benchmarks and competitors
- Leverage negotiation skills and market knowledge to secure favourable pricing, discounts, or rebates from suppliers
- Analyse the factors that influence the cost of the products or services managed
- Review open purchase orders, follow-up and resolve with the supplier
QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics & Supply Chain Management
- At least 5 years’ experience in a similar role within the print, packaging, manufacturing industry
- Technical understanding of raw materials substrates/media
- Demonstrates strong ability to understand new material, substrates/media
- Proven track record to drive competitive quality sourcing and cost saving
- High level business acumen
- Experience with imports
BEHAVIOURS & ATTRIBUTES:
- Strong customer focus and understanding
- High level communication and negotiation skills
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking skills
- Team player
How to Apply for this Offer
Send your application to [email protected]