Procurement Specialist (Sourcing) at RCL Foods

Minimum Requirements    

• Degree in commerce/finance, supply chain management, or related field
• 3-5 years’ experience in sourcing and project management
• Demonstrated knowledge of economic indicators, cost drivers, and cost analysis
• Success in developing relationships with suppliers, driving cost efficiencies, performance improvements, and continuous enhancements

Familiarity with specific categories:

• Outsourced Labour
• Transport, Warehousing
• IT
• Leases
• Fuel
• Pallets
• Experience in third-party management is advantageous
• CIPS Qualification/Membership Preferred
• Certification in COUPA CSO or similar procurement platforms desirable
• Valid Code EB driver's license

Duties & Responsibilities    

Strategic Support:

• Understand category strategies and plans, delivering category analysis and sourcing exercises
• Develop short, mid, and long-term strategies for sub-categories
• Collaborate with stakeholders to determine requirements and apply professional sourcing methodologies
• Drive engagement with the Business regarding procurement requirements

Operational Management:

• Forecast demand for goods/services
• Coordinate product/service distribution methods
• Ensure timely delivery, negotiated pricing, and quality standards compliance
• Monitor supplier performance and compliance with procurement policies
• Negotiate supply agreements and maintain competitive pricing
• Review and analyze contract requests and amendments

 Tender/RFQ Management:

• Solicit and evaluate proposals
• Manage administrative aspects of tenders/RFQs
• Communicate outcomes to the business

Market Analysis and Forecasting:

• Evaluate market conditions and develop sourcing strategies
• Research potential and current suppliers
• Forecast price trends and impact on future activities

Supplier Relationship Management (SRM):

• Evaluate supplier performance and negotiate costs
• Advise on appropriate suppliers and maintain positive relationships
• Monitor supplier performance against SLAs

SAP Enablement:

• Ensure SAP master data related to procurement is accurate and up to date
• Promptly load new catalogues and suppliers onto the SAP system

SHEQ and Sustainability Management:

• Administer documentation relevant to category quality assurance
• Maintain the approved category supplier list
• Support internal and external audit processes