Senior Procurement Manager at Netstar

• Manage all aspects of supply chain function and the effective operation thereof within the company.
• Develop and execute procurement strategies , policies and procedures across company’s purchasing function;
• Perform detail analysis and set appropriate benchmarking for effective cost management.
• Manage the strategic sourcing and cost optimization of product and services.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legal and statutory requirements and internal Procurement guidelines.
• Implement and improve on purchasing tools and techniques.
• Negotiate with suppliers to secure advantageous terms.
• Review and implement supply structures with off balance sheet funding
• Review and implement supply agreements with international suppliers to ensure constant supply of components at preferential rates to Netstar
• Review current supply / procurement arrangements with contract manufacturers
• Review and finalise purchase details of orders and deliveries for accuracy and validity.
• Source all company requirements, locally and internationally;
• Negotiate with suppliers on price, delivery, quality and terms of payment;
• Coach and guide direct reports;
• Develop and maintain approved Vendor list and evaluate on a continuous basis;
• Negotiate new contracts, where applicable;
• Provide monthly procurement/financial reports to EXCO
• Ensure that foreign exchange rates are managed back-to-back with customer agreements and in line with our Finance department’s regulations, whilst ensuring that forex exposure is managed in accordance with company and group policies

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:

• 8 years proven experience in Procurement Management of which at least 4 years have been in a management role.
• Sound exposure in following fields: Supply Chain, Fleet & Logistics
• Supplier and contract experience