Sourcing Manager – Umhlanga at IFS International Facilities Services

Purpose of the Role:

• To develop and institutionalise a 1-3 year sourcing and vendor management strategy for both operational and capex procurement.
• To set up sourcing agreements for all operational and capex stock.
• To ensure market competitiveness between suppliers.
• To manage contract adherence and tender processes.
• To drive sustainability, SHREQ and BEEE objectives across the supplier base.
• To manage supplier reliability to the point of IFS warehouse or site delivery.
• To drive increased contract coverage and spend across the Group and across the categories.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sourcing and Vendor Management Strategy Development
• Sourcing Agreements Setup: Set up a company standard sourcing agreement, with common logistics and financial terms, Ensuring majority of operational sourcing is achieved through suppliers with sourcing agreements.
• Drive the analysis of in-country industry trends and evolving technology to proactively identify supply base issues to minimize risk, protect continuity of supply and exploit emerging opportunities that benefit the Group.
• Ensure tenders and contracts are legally compliant, accurately articulate the needs of the Group and protect business interests.
• Information and Data Management and Reporting
• HSEQ and Sustainability Management
• Drive sustainability, risk, and compliance and BBBEE objectives.
• Drive the management of external supplier relationships and contracts in collaboration with the regional and national management teams to ensure agreed service levels are met.
• Lead and develop staff within the context of the Labour Relations Act, Employment Equity Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act and the Skills Development Act.

Required Knowledge and Qualifications:

• Degree in commerce, management, supply chain management or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years’ progressive experience within a sourcing or purchasing and commercial management environment.
• Demonstrated success in developing and fostering relationships with suppliers while driving lower costs, superior performance and continuous improvement.
• Purchasing experience within an FMCG environment would be recommended.
• Valid Code EB drivers' licence.
• Willing to travel .