Procurement Manager

Job Description    

• Are you a skilled Procurement Manager looking for an exciting opportunity? Look no further! Vector Logistics, South Africa’s leading frozen logistics operator, is seeking an innovative and experienced individual to join their team

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Procurement Manager in a logistics or supply chain environment.
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to build and maintain supplier relationships.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Duties & Responsibilities  

• As the Procurement Manager, you will lead procurement activities nationally. Reporting directly to the Procurement Executive, your responsibilities will include:
• Supplier Selection and Management:
• Identifying and selecting reliable suppliers to meet the company’s needs.
• Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships.

Cost Optimisation:

• Ensuring efficient and cost-effective procurement processes.
• Monitoring expenses and identifying cost-saving opportunities.

Contract Negotiation:

• Negotiating favourable terms with suppliers.
• Drafting and reviewing procurement contracts.

Risk Mitigation:

• Identifying and mitigating procurement risks.
• Implementing risk management strategies.

Collaboration:

• Working closely with cross-functional teams (including Finance, Operations, and Logistics) to achieve business goals.
• Contributing to overall supply chain efficiency.

Reporting:

• Providing regular reports on procurement performance, cost savings, and supplier performance.