Pernod Ricard South Africa is one of six African market companies to proudly fly the flag of the Pernod Ricard Group.
The French-based Pernod Ricard Group is the world co-leader of the wine and spirits industry, delivering on leading premium brands such as Chivas Regal, Jameson Whiskey, ABSOLUT vodka and G.H.Mumm Champagne.
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Will lead strategic sourcing initiatives and optimization projects for the category in that region;
Will provide regional support for initiatives managed by Markets not covered within this scope where required;
Collaborate with key stakeholders in Media & Marketing portfolio to support overall local and regional business objectives;
Develop the regional Media & Marketing Procurement strategy and key performance criteria;
Benchmark, establish and drive best practice on cost structure and cost optimisation of production / contractual / services costs;
Work with all stakeholders within category to apply existing best practices for SRM and supplier evaluation and improve/develop in partnership;
Identify, co-ordinate and negotiate regional framework deals as appropriate while ensuring local autonomy for supplier selection and cost negotiation;
Recommend & embed ways of working for procurement interface with stakeholders;
Manage and coach Buyers as appropriate;
Provide commercial advice and work jointly with stakeholders ensuring introduction of best practice and management of procurement principles across Media & Marketing category.
Qualifications and Experience:
Relevant 3-year B Degree tertiary qualification (or similar)
At least 5 years’ experience in a Procurement environment with a proven history of managing suppliers.
Partnership development across the business.
Procurement and tender experience is essential, evidence of cost model development, strategy development and implementation.
A proven track record of influencing key internal and external stakeholders
Experience in managing sourcing activities.
Experience in the FMCG industry will be an advantage.
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