Procurement Specialist - Durban at Hirt & Carter

CORE PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

• The Procurement Specialist is responsible to manage the acquisition of goods and services necessary for the business to operate efficiently.
• The Procurement Specialist is tasked with analysing market trends, assessing supplier capabilities, implementing best practices to streamline procurement operations and support the business goals and objectives.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Thoroughly analyse the products needed considering factors such as quantity specification, innovation, quality standards and delivery timelines
• Ensure signed agreements in place with current and new suppliers
• Regularly compare the pricing, terms, and performance of current suppliers against industry benchmarks and competitors
• Leverage negotiation skills and market knowledge to secure favourable pricing, discounts, or rebates from suppliers
• Analyse the factors that influence the cost of the products or services managed
• Review open purchase orders, follow-up and resolve with the supplier

QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics & Supply Chain Management
• At least 5 years’ experience in a similar role within the print, packaging, manufacturing industry
• Technical understanding of raw materials substrates/media
• Demonstrates strong ability to understand new material, substrates/media
• Proven track record to drive competitive quality sourcing and cost saving
• High level business acumen
• Experience with imports

BEHAVIOURS & ATTRIBUTES:

• Strong customer focus and understanding
• High level communication and negotiation skills
• Attention to detail
• Critical thinking skills
• Team player