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Head of Procurement/Commodity

Johannesburg Permanent View Job Description
As the Head of Procurement/Commodity you will work closely with the Chief Commercial Officer and Country Manager to build and execute a plan to enter the South Africa (SA) market. In this role your responsibilities will span down to business operations tasks and on-boarding new clients. This role would also require overseeing the procurement process, business development and strategies related to commodities essential to our organisation's operations.
  • A Global Supply Chain Services
  • Requires at least 7 years in Procurement and Supply Chain

About Our Client

Founded with a solutions-oriented approach to solving commercial challenges, has grown to become a significant player in global supply chain services, focusing on the processes involved in the sourcing and distribution of physical goods and commodities across diverse global markets. The Head of Procurement/Commodity can be based in Johannesburg.

Job Description

About the role and responsibilities

  • Drive the full implementation of strategic plan to build and strengthen our business capacity within the South Africa market and execute strategic partnership with stakeholders.
  • Lead the pivotal operations of driving cost-effective procurement practices, fostering supplier relationships, and ensures supply chain integrity.
  • On-board new clients with efficient sourcing, purchasing, and management of goods and services that meet the company's requirements and standards.
  • Conducts in-depth market research to qualify developing business opportunities, leverages industry contacts for strategic intelligence
  • Manages data, business partnerships and project opportunities required to meet metrics for success.
  • Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality standards and ensuring timely delivery.
  • Cultivate and manage relationships with suppliers and logistics companies to negotiate contracts and terms that benefit the organisation.
  • Evaluate supplier performance and implement improvements or changes as necessary.
  • Lead the management of specific commodities or categories of goods/services.
  • Monitor commodity markets, pricing trends, and supply availability.
  • Develop strategies to mitigate risks associated with commodity price fluctuations and supply chain disruptions.
  • Analyse target/bid reviews and provides ongoing feedback to senior management on the status of capture efforts and the opportunity of continued investment of time and resources in developing business opportunities.
  • Serve as the primary liaison and subject-matter expert to internal and external partners and represent the SA strategic plan at meetings, in the office, and externally.
  • Contributes to the development of policies and procedures to enhance the company's business development and recruiting practices.
  • The Ideal candidate must come from the Logistics Distribution and Supply chain discipline

The Successful Applicant

The successful candidate for the Head of Procurement/Commodity role must have/ meet the following requirements:

  • Master's degree or equivalent in International Relations, Business Administration or a related field.
  • Proven track record of successful business development in the commodities sector, with a focus on agriculture.
  • Minimum of 7 years as in international business development with considerable exposure to commodities trading and logistics/shipping operations.
  • Self-starter with drive to seek new business and meet or exceed targets - from scratch.
  • Interpersonal skills for building and developing relationships with clients.
  • Written and verbal communication skills - needed for communicating with a range of people, both internally and externally, as well as presentation and negotiation skills
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software to prepare reports and policies.
  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed.
  • A flexible approach to work with the ability to adapt to a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
  • Strong negotiation skills and ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
  • Leadership experience with a demonstrated track record of managing teams and driving results.
  • Any Professional Certification in trading, quality assurance, supply chain would be a plus.
  • Ethical and professional conduct in all dealings; strategic thinker with a strong business acumen.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
  • Flexible hours may be necessary to accommodate different time zones and meetings. Person Specification
  • Motivated by the mission of the company.
  • Pragmatic with quantitative and analytically ability and attention to detail
  • Driven, independent thinker and leader who can juggle multiple projects simultaneously with fast changing priorities
  • The Ideal candidate must come from the Logistics Distribution and Supply chain discipline
  • High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency.
  • A focus on execution. Willing and able to get hands dirty.
  • Flexibility to roll up your sleeves and attack problems and projects as they arise, where you will need to set out a clear structure, method and outcomes yourself

What's on Offer

Our client is willing to pay a market-related increase.

Contact
Darian Naidoo
Quote job ref
JN-082024-6500953
Phone number
+27 11 303 8334

Job summary

Function
Logistics, Procurement & Supply Chain
Specialisation
Logistics - 3pl - Commercial Management
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Johannesburg
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Darian Naidoo
Consultant phone
+27 11 303 8334
Job Reference
JN-082024-6500953