Supply Chain Manager

Our Mining client based in Kempton Park is currently seeking the professional services of a Supply Chain Manager to join their team

Duties and responsibilities:
▪ Responsible for all procurement activities within the supply chain function.
▪ Responsible for the development and implementation of procurement strategies, both for the short and long term across a number of equipment and product categories.
▪ Implement consolidated procurement strategies and price negotiations based on Company / group spend.
▪ Establishment of integrated procurement processes with a major emphasis on continuous improvement.
▪ Establishing of key performance metrics relating to procurement and the measurement thereof.
▪ Negotiation and managing Service Level Agreements with major suppliers, with the support of other company resources as may be required ▪ Implementing policies and performance metrics to ensure that  savings within the group is being achieved on a sustainable basis.
▪ Proficient understanding of the financial impact of the procurement function on the overall business.
▪ Effective management of the inventory within the group from a cost an optimised stockholding perspective.
▪ Provide monthly executive report on the procurement key performance indicators within the Group.

Qualification requirements
▪ Relevant tertiary qualification (Degree): Technical/Supply Chain Management or similar qualifications.
▪ Minimum of 10 years procurement experience in the manufacturing/mining industry at a managerial level.

Experience and skill requirements:
▪ Sound business and commercial acumen.
▪ Sound knowledge of technical procurement practices, preferably in the mining & construction space.
▪ Sound knowledge of international procurement principles and practices will be highly advantageous.
▪ Ability to apply a systems think approach, develop and implement strategies.
▪ Proven and demonstrable track record (Results Driven)
▪ High Level of professionalism and integrity.
▪ Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills.
▪ Computer Literacy – MS OFFICE (Intermediate /advanced level).