Purpose of the job 

Implement the Sourcing strategy within the framework of the Business Group strategy, aligning this to Pep’s value position while driving fashion / market trends and newness. Builds relationships with suppliers, through negotiating cost and developing agreements to deliver products that exceed customer expectations of quality and value. 

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the process to deliver to the business supplier sourcing strategy
• Maximise added value and cost savings and deliver to the consolidation strategy
• Engage and further develop the supplier base to deliver to the sourcing and business strategy
• Build strong relationships with internal and external key stakeholders to meet required standards.
• To execute all administration relating to the procurement process to ensure on-time delivery as per the critical path dates/deadlines.
• To effectively communicate and follow-up internally
• To communicate and follow-up effectively with all relevant external role players/key relationships
• To continuously update all systems with the required information and provide end to end visibility
• Managing strict deadlines, from orders placed to delivery
• Assist with ad hoc projects as assigned by Leader

Requirements

• Relevant Degree or Diploma (e.g. Clothing Production Management) 
• Computer Literacy (MS Office and Google Suite) 
• Fabric and garment construction understanding.
• Understand key sourcing inputs/resources (including raw materials) in supplier negotiation 
• Able to analyse and interpret data and make recommendations
• Knowledge of compliance and legislation applicable to the manufacturing environment
• Must be willing to travel
• Code 8 driver’s licence required
• Position is Cape Town based
• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience: 
  •  Clothing background (manufacturing) 
  •  Local and Imports exposure in a retail or manufacturing environment 
  •  Clear understanding of the buying cycle 
  •  Exposure to Factory production would be ideal 
  •  Experience in working with onshore and offshore suppliers 
• Competencies required: Accuracy, Negotiating, Performing under Pressure, Creating Support, Flexibility, Initiative, Integrity, Analysing and forming opinions