PROCUREMENT MANAGER

To find out more, click Apply or head on over to Crayon to review the full spec and applyhttps://crayon.jobs/jobs/south-africa/johannesburg/partnerships-procurement-manager/1233How you'll roleAs the Partnerships & Procurement Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving efficient procurement practices that support the company's mission of transforming education in South Africa. You have a passion for technology, a proactive mindset, adaptability, responsibility, and a sharp focus on procurement strategies. This role involves overseeing the full procurement cycle, from forecasting requirements to selecting cost-effective technologies and products. Collaborating closely with the finance team and other departments, you will ensure optimal purchasing decisions, adherence to quality standards, and seamless integration of technology.What you'll doLead the end-to-end procurement process in collaboration with the finance teamForecast procurement needs for expansion and maintenance, incorporating stock monitoring and appropriate buffer stock levelsResearch and select suitable technologies and products for cost-effective solutionsCultivate strong relationships with procurement suppliers to ensure timely deliveries and efficient inventory managementConduct comprehensive risk assessments to develop procurement strategies and provide budget and resource assessmentsImplement efficient procurement strategies through negotiation and securing favourable supplier termsWhat you'll needBachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Economics, Finance, or related fieldMinimum of 5 years experience in procurement or supply chain management, with expertise in negotiating contracts, vendor management, and strategic sourcingExcellent understanding of technology to drive strategic procurement decisionsProficiency in finance, forecasting, stock monitoring, and budget managementTech procurement and IT knowledge are advantageousStrong communication skills, project management experience, and adaptability to technological advancementsThe successful candidate for the Procurement Manager role should exhibit the following personal attributes:Analytical skills for data evaluation and informed procurement decision-makingNegotiation skills for securing favourable terms and establishing strong supplier relationshipsStrategic thinking to align procurement strategies with organisational objectivesEffective communication for collaboration, contract negotiation, and conveying complex informationProblem-solving abilities for addressing challenges in supplier management effectivelyLeadership qualities to facilitate team collaboration and drive procurement processenhancementsFinancial acumen with attention to detail for cost analysisEthical standards for transparency and compliance in procurement activitiesAdaptability and resilience to thrive in dynamic procurement environmentsTo find out more, click Apply or head on over to Crayon to review the full spec and applyhttps://crayon.jobs/jobs/south-africa/johannesburg/partnerships-procurement-manager/1233