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  • Posted: Nov 22, 2025
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  • Unitrans designs, implements and manages bespoke supply chain solutions. Our services include transportation, warehousing, mining and agricultural services, freight forwarding and clearing, and supply chain consulting. Unitrans is a subsidiary of KAP Industrial Holdings Limited; an investment company with a portfolio of diverse manufacturing and consumer ...
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    Business Development: Solutions Manager- Brackenfell

    Job Advert Summary    

    • An opportunity has arisen for a Business Development: Solutions Manager to support the Business Development function by leading the preparation, coordination, and submission of tenders and proposals, managing detailed costings, and delivering commercially viable and competitive logistics solutions.
    • The role acts as the bridge between sales, operations, and finance to ensure accurate and timely delivery of bids and pricing models that meet client requirements and company profitability goals.

    Minimum Requirements    

    • Degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain, Finance, or related discipline. 
    • Experience in tender management and pricing in logistics, transportation, or supply chain sectors.
    • Strong numerical and analytical skills with a focus on costing and commercial modelling.
    • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and proposal management tools.
    • Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and project management skills.
    • Experience working across the supply chain environment.
    • Familiarity with logistics operational processes.
    • Accuracy in information and input management
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
    • Effective communication and stakeholder management skills
    • Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple tenders simultaneously
    • Commercial awareness and attention to financial detail
    • Proactive approach to continuous improvement
    • Collaborative team player with the ability to influence cross-functional teams
    • Ability to engage with customers, both internal and external
    • Must be mobile and willing to travel

    Duties & Responsibilities    

    • New and Renewals Tender and Proposal Management:
    • Coordinate the end-to-end tender process, including document preparation, compliance checks, and submission deadlines.
    • Liaise with internal stakeholders (operations, technical, finance, legal) to gather necessary inputs and ensure alignment with operational capabilities.
    • Draft and tailor proposal content to address client requirements, highlighting value propositions and service differentiators.
    • Support the Business Development Manager in bid presentations and client negotiations.

    Costing and Pricing

    • Develop detailed, accurate cost models for logistics services including transport, warehousing, and integrated solutions.
    • Collaborate closely with operations and finance teams to gather input on resource requirements, rates, and cost drivers.
    • Analyze tender requirements to produce competitive and profitable pricing structures.
    • Continuously update and maintain pricing templates, databases, and cost assumptions.

    Solution Development

    • Design and document logistics service solutions that align with client needs and internal operational capabilities.
    • Work with operations and commercial teams to validate feasibility, risks, and service level commitments.
    • Innovate and propose alternative solutions or value-added services that improve the offer’s competitiveness.

    Market and Competitor Analysis

    • Conduct market research to understand competitor pricing and service offerings.
    • Identify trends and insights to inform pricing strategy and proposal development.

    Process Improvement

    • Continuously improve tender management and costing processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
    • Implement best practices in bid preparation, compliance, and cost control.

    Reporting and Documentation

    • Maintain comprehensive records of tenders, proposals, and pricing models.
    • Prepare reports and analyses for the Business Development Manager regarding tender outcomes, cost variances, and market trends.

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    Business Development: Solutions Manager- Tulisa Park

    Job Advert Summary    

    • An opportunity has arisen for a Business Development: Solutions Manager to support the Business Development function by leading the preparation, coordination, and submission of tenders and proposals, managing detailed costings, and delivering commercially viable and competitive logistics solutions.
    • The role acts as the bridge between sales, operations, and finance to ensure accurate and timely delivery of bids and pricing models that meet client requirements and company profitability goals.

    Minimum Requirements    

    • Degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain, Finance, or related discipline. 
    • Experience in tender management and pricing in logistics, transportation, or supply chain sectors.
    • Strong numerical and analytical skills with a focus on costing and commercial modelling.
    • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and proposal management tools.
    • Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and project management skills.
    • Experience working across the supply chain environment.
    • Familiarity with logistics operational processes.
    • Accuracy in information and input management
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
    • Effective communication and stakeholder management skills
    • Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple tenders simultaneously
    • Commercial awareness and attention to financial detail
    • Proactive approach to continuous improvement
    • Collaborative team player with the ability to influence cross-functional teams
    • Ability to engage with customers, both internal and external
    • Must be mobile and willing to travel

    Duties & Responsibilities    

    • New and Renewals Tender and Proposal Management:
    • Coordinate the end-to-end tender process, including document preparation, compliance checks, and submission deadlines.
    • Liaise with internal stakeholders (operations, technical, finance, legal) to gather necessary inputs and ensure alignment with operational capabilities.
    • Draft and tailor proposal content to address client requirements, highlighting value propositions and service differentiators.
    • Support the Business Development Manager in bid presentations and client negotiations.

    Costing and Pricing

    • Develop detailed, accurate cost models for logistics services including transport, warehousing, and integrated solutions.
    • Collaborate closely with operations and finance teams to gather input on resource requirements, rates, and cost drivers.
    • Analyze tender requirements to produce competitive and profitable pricing structures.
    • Continuously update and maintain pricing templates, databases, and cost assumptions.

    Solution Development

    • Design and document logistics service solutions that align with client needs and internal operational capabilities.
    • Work with operations and commercial teams to validate feasibility, risks, and service level commitments.
    • Innovate and propose alternative solutions or value-added services that improve the offer’s competitiveness.

    Market and Competitor Analysis

    • Conduct market research to understand competitor pricing and service offerings.
    • Identify trends and insights to inform pricing strategy and proposal development.

    Process Improvement

    • Continuously improve tender management and costing processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
    • Implement best practices in bid preparation, compliance, and cost control.

    Reporting and Documentation

    • Maintain comprehensive records of tenders, proposals, and pricing models.
    • Prepare reports and analyses for the Business Development Manager regarding tender outcomes, cost variances, and market trends.

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    Contract Manager I

    Job Advert Summary    

    • Unitrans is a leading transport and logistics company dedicated to providing efficient, reliable, and innovative solutions for our clients. With a rich history of excellence and a commitment to sustainability, we pride ourselves on delivering superior service across diverse industries.
    • Our team is passionate about driving success and making a positive impact in the communities we serve.
    • An opportunity has arisen for a high calibre Contract Manager I to manage financial and administration requirements as well as tyre tracking and costs .  Contract management involves overseeing the creation, negotiation, execution, and maintenance of contracts between parties, typically within a business or organizational setting.
    • Responsible for the efficient, competitive and commercially viable operation and administration of the company's distribution depots. Responsible for all administration handling, storage, despatch and transportation of goods after receipt from the factories to the point of final delivery, in the correct quantity, quality, time and condition, as per the sales orders.
    • This is to be achieved at optimum cost in order to ensure the best return for the company by continually meeting customers service needs.

    Minimum Requirements    

    • Degree or Diploma in Road Transport or Logistics or a Degree in Management with financial electives
    • 5-7 years' experience in a Logistics and Supply Chain management environment 
    • 1-2 years for the most complex task (strategic planning focuses on the next year's activities) 
    • Knowledge of Logistics and Supply Chain Management 
    • Knowledge of logistics equipment 
    • Knowledge of fuel management
    • Knowledge of equipment maintenance management 
    • General knowledge of the operations and configurations of mechanical vehicles 
    • Knowledge of general expense management / budgeting 
    • Sound knowledge of policies and procedures in supply chain and logistics management 
    • Human resources management skills 
    • Knowledge of Company Disciplinary and Grievance procedures 
    • Knowledge of recruitment and disciplinary procedures 
    • Relevant written and verbal contracts / service level agreements 
    • National Bargaining Council Agreements 

    Duties & Responsibilities    

    • Effective management of operational processes and contracts/service 
    • Develop and maintain procedures which relate to day to day operational requirements 
    • Ensure proper routing of deliveries and scheduling of vehicles to achieve delivery targets as per customer requirements. 
    • Vehicle downtime is monitored, controlled and kept to a minimum 
    • Monitor fleet constantly to ensure 
    • Vehicle, driver and cargo security 
    • Optimal usage of fuel 
    • No unnecessary route deviation 
    • Ensure adherence to procedures pertaining to 
    • Loading and offloading procedures (as per client requirements) 
    • Safety and security standards 
    • Optimal allocations of vehicles and staff 
    • Timeous vehicle inspection 
    • Identify, implement and maintain site/ depot specific requirements as per legislation, policy and customer requirements 
    • Manage and control vehicle hire and maintenance Attend to and manage 
    • Tyre tracking and scraping requirements
    • Tyre costs, quality. Suppliers agreement 
    • Tyre management system
    • Effective customer relationship management 
    • Undertake effective client relationship management 
    • Audit the quality of service provided through personal interaction with the customer on an ongoing basis and timeous corrective action is taken when required 
    • Monitoring and measuring Management of financial and administration requirements 
    • Undertake accurate and timeous forecasting 
    • Screen all suppliers by comparing costs, quality products and BEE 
    • Authorize and submit cash book payments so that the costs are correctly allocated 
    • Report weekly on projects contract revenue, kilometers and profits 
    • Manage and control all assets that are acquired and disposed of according to the relevant procedure and ensure accurate recording Management of safety, health, environment and quality 
    • Implement and manage an effective SHEQ system addressing all safety risks
    • Develop a Workplace Skills Plan by assessing the development and training required by subordinates 

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    Heavy Motor Vehicle Driver (rigid)

    Job Advert Summary    

    • An opportunity has arisen for a Driver Heavy Vehicle to drive a vehicle that does not exceed 16 000 kg (rigid or articulated (or not heavier than 750kg)) to transport goods, products or materials to and from specified destinations.
    • Please refer to the minimum requirements, duties and responsibilities below for further information.

    Minimum Requirements    

    • Grade 12 / Matric 
    • Code 10, Valid PrDP - PrDP “D” if required to operate Dangerous Goods
    • 3 years’ experience in the same position
    • Own realiable transport to and from work
    • Medically Fit
    • Clear criminal record
    • Duties & Responsibilities    
    • Prepare vehicles for a trip 
    • Loading and Offloading
    • Operate heavy duty vehicles 
    • Perform vehicle inspection before and after the trip 
    • Handle documentation from dispatch to the customer and back to the distribution Centre 
    • Prepared to work shifts, weekends and public holidays 
    • Account for all the goods that are being transported to the customer 
    • Takes full responsibility for the roadworthiness of the vehicle when leaving the Depot 
    • All other reasonable instructions from Supervisor - Safe driving record and clean criminal record

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    Workshop Assistant

    Job Advert Summary    

    • The Lebzotic - depot requires a workshop assistant to do the following - assisting a qualified artisan in the trade - through supplying the correct tools, cleaning of components, and assisting with the service, repair, maintenance and upgrade of vehicles/components. Performs general housekeeping.

    Minimum Requirements    

    • Grade 12
    • Own transport to and from work
    • Drivers License – minimum code 08
    • Preferably - mechanical background or experience
    • Must be prepared to work irregular hours, weekends and public holidays
    • Be prepared to work overtime and on short notice
    • Must be healthy

    Duties & Responsibilities    

    • Assists a qualified artisan in the trade - through supplying the correct tools, cleaning of components, and assisting with service, repair, maintenance and upgrade of vehicles/components.Perform general housekeeping in keeping the work area safe and clean.

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    Administration Manager

    Job Advert Summary    

    • An opportunity has arisen for a high caliber Administration Manager Responsible for the internal administration of a region, branch or department - across all industries and disciplines.
    • Responsible for office services, which could include internal record and information services, security, transport, canteen and some government or local statutory obligation. Develops and optimises processes and procedures across all departments as part of supervisory responsibility. 

    Minimum Requirements    

    • 5 years relevant experience in an Administration Management position in the Transport Industry
    • Relevant degree in Transport Management/ Accounting
    • Knowledge of planning and organizing resources to optimize productivity
    • Working knowledge of management and controls related to Asset (Inventory: Fuel, Tyres and Parts), Asset verification and impairment, Debtors, Creditors, Journals, Insurance and risk
    • Compiling and review of Balance Sheet recons and Revenue recons
    • Very strong Excel skills
    • Advanced financial competence and knowledge
    • Making presentations
    • Compiling reports
    • Hands-on involvement in all areas of the business not limited to Admin
    • Demonstrating conceptual ability
    • Ability to express ideas effectively
    • Ability to monitor the results of projects
    • Own transport and be willing to travel to depots on regular basis essential

    Duties & Responsibilities    

    • Report on Financial Performance and budgetary matters.
    • Provide ongoing assistance and advice to contracts.
    • Preparing; administering and interpretation of financial information.
    • Working with financial systems.
    • Compiling a budget and advising on budgetary management.
    • Delegating to and managing admin staff including performance management.
    • Weekly/ monthly financial forecasts
    • Cash flow reports and cash flow management
    • Recordkeeping of financial information
    • Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation
    • Conducting internal administration audits and partaking in external audits
    • Management of rate adjustments and escalations
    • Management of costings and involvement in rate negotiations
    • Customer liaison

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    Human Capital Administrator

    Job Advert Summary    

    • An opportunity has arisen for a HR Administrator, responsible for forming and maintaining employee records. Preparing and amending where necessary HR documents, i.e. employment contracts and recruitment guides.
    • Responsible for assisting human resources staff in a wide variety of administrative duties or may be responsible for one aspect of personnel work at a higher level of complexity dealing with staff queries and advising on company benefits policy e.g. pension, housing, medical aid, leave and other benefits administration. May also document manpower planning and statistics. 

    Minimum Requirements    

    • Minimum qualification: Diploma / NQF level 6
    • Experience in a similair role: Up to 3 years

    Duties & Responsibilities    

    • Provident Fund withdrawals
    • Death Claims - Queries are handled in relation to provident fund, medical aid
    • National Bargaining Council agreements, salaries and wages 
    • Liaising with families, beneficiaries etc 
    • Render consultative services to all employees on HR practice 
    • Promote continuous training and update on HR processes 
    • Provide HR support and ensure accessibility to all employees

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    Category Manager

    Job Advert Summary    

    • Category Manager: Energy (Fuel & Lubrication) is responsible for leading one of Unitrans' most strategic and high-impact categories, overseeing the end-to-end sourcing, optimisation, and commercial management of fuel, lubricants, and related energy solutions across the Southern African region.
    • The role encompasses the complete supplier and contract lifecycle, including security of supply, pricing and rebate structures, depot and on-road refuelling solutions, regulatory compliance, ESG considerations, and the integration and optimisation of fuel-related technologies and systems.
    • This position drives the development and execution of category strategies that deliver measurable value, strengthen relationships with major oil suppliers, support operational performance, and align with Unitrans' broader objectives for efficiency, cost leadership, sustainability, and long-term growth.
    • The category is critical to enabling Unitrans' fleet through reliable, cost-effective, and innovative energy supply solutions.

    Minimum Requirements    

    Experience:

    • Minimum of 5 years in Procurement or Supply Chain management
    • Proven track record of managing procurement categories.
    • Experience in strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and contract negotiations at a senior level.
    • Experience in managing complex, high risk projects and programs to improve performance and deliver service.
    • Experience with digital procurement tools, e-sourcing, ERP systems, and analytics platforms.

    Required Qualification:

    • Relevant degree level or postgraduate business qualification.
    • Chartered Institute for Procurement and Supply (Diploma in Purchasing and/or equivalent)
    • Category management within procurement
    • Strong understanding of procurement methodologies, contract law, and vendor management.

    Skills

    Technical skills:

    • Analytical: Ability to analyse data and market trends to make informed decisions.
    • Leveraging off ERP systems, analytical tools and procurement software.
    • Financial skills: Intermediate and above numerical skills including a good understanding of finance and budget management
    • Negotiation Skills: Strong negotiation abilities to secure favourable terms, conditions and prices from suppliers.
    • Communication: Effective communication skills to interact with a variety of stakeholders and suppliers. Good command of the agreed business language
    • Project & Change Management: Capability to manage projects and change in dynamic environments.
    • Problem-Solving: Skill in resolving issues related to procurement, logistics, and supplier relationships.
    • Strategic Business Partner: Service oriented mindset aligning business objectives with Procurement strategies. Long-term planning.
    • Business acumen: understand the organisations' purpose, strategy and the external landscape, and how the processes and systems help to generate value across the organisation value chain.
    • Risk management: the ability to proactively identify, assess, respond to and review controls to address risk factors across the value chain.

    Behavioural skills:

    • Leadership
    • Detail-oriented
    • Strategic thinker
    • Adaptable
    • Ethical
    • Results-driven
    • Innovative
    • Persuasive
    • Resilient
    • Collaborative
    • Strong communicator

    Competencies

    • Strong knowledge of Procurement and business transformation projects.
    • Proven ability to work with, present to, and influence senior management.
    • Ability to lead, inspire, and influence beyond reporting lines.
    • Exceptional communication, storytelling, and influential leadership capabilities.
    • Team player and collaboration advocate.
    • Excellent analytical and data-driven decision-making skills, including the ability to use data to drive improvements.
    • Advanced knowledge of Procurement software and systems (e.g., P2P, e-auctions, contract management).
    • In-depth knowledge of supply markets, trends, and best practices in Procurement.
    • Strong knowledge of ESG, sustainability and ethical sourcing practices.

    Duties & Responsibilities    

    Category strategy:

    • Develop and implement procurement strategies for assigned category or categories to achieve cost savings, quality improvements, and supply chain efficiencies.

    Benefits tracking:

    • Create and maintain a value benefits pipeline for each category and track benefits achieved.

    Supplier management:

    • Build and maintain relationships with suppliers, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance.
    • Monitor supplier performance, resolve issues, and implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimise procurement processes.

    Cost management:

    • Analyse costs, identify savings opportunities, and implement cost-effective procurement strategies.

    Risk management:

    • Assess and mitigate risks related to procurement activities, ensuring continuity of supply.

    Stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration:

    • Work closely with internal stakeholders to understand their requirements, provide procurement expertise, and ensure alignment with organisational goals.
    • Actively work with divisional management and / or KAP senior category manager/s to support initiatives.

    Change & transformation:

    • Lead category-related initiatives, ensuring smooth adoption of new processes, tools, and ways of working.
    • Support the Head of Procurement with driving change and enablement.

    Procurement expertise:

    • Stay updated with industry trends, regulations, and best practices in procurement to recommend and implement innovative sourcing strategies.

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    Sourcing Specialist - CAPEX

    Job Advert Summary    

    • The Sourcing Specialist is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for the fleet category, which encompasses Commercial Vehicles (Truck and bus), Yellow Equipment, Agricultural Equipment, LDVs, Trailers, and other Fleet equipment. The role focuses on minimising Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) while ensuring operational availability, standardisation, and supplier performance. This includes managing supplier relationships, and achieving value targets. This role involves market research, supplier negotiations, contract management, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies and regulatory requirements to ensure the availability of fleet-related resources.
    • The sourcing specialist needs to partner with Fleet Managers and Operations to understand technical requirements (payload, terrain, safety specs), be commercially minded, strategic, analytical with strong negotiation skills and deliver value through strategic sourcing, supply consolidation and cost management, while mitigating supplier risk and ensuring ethical sourcing.

    Minimum Requirements    

    Education and Experience

    • Bachelor’s degree (3 years) / NQF level 7. Postgraduate qualification is advantageous.
    • Atleast 3 years in a similair role
    • Experience in strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and contract negotiations
    • Experience in managing complex, high risk projects and programs to improve performance and deliver service
    • Experience with digital procurement tools, e-sourcing, ERP systems, and analytics platforms
    • Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of procurement processes, contract law, supplier management, and global sourcing best practices
    • Regulatory Compliance: Familiarity with procurement regulations, ethical sourcing standards, and risk management strategies

    Skills and Competencies

    • Analytical: Ability to analyse data and market trends to make informed decisions.
    • E-sourcing platforms: Manage procurement process through use of digital platforms to identify, evaluate and select suppliers.
    • Financial skills: Intermediate and above numerical skills including a good understanding of Finance and budget management.
    • Negotiation Skills: Strong negotiation abilities to secure favourable terms, conditions and prices from suppliers.
    • Communication: Effective communication skills to interact with a variety of stakeholders and suppliers. Good command of the agreed business language.
    • Project & Change Management: Capability to manage sourcing initiatives and change in dynamic environments.
    • Problem-Solving: Skill in resolving issues related to Procurement, logistics, and supplier relationships.
    • Strategic Business Partner: Service oriented mindset aligning business objectives with Procurement and Category strategies.
    • Business acumen: The ability to understand the organisations' purpose, strategy and the external landscape, and how the processes and systems help to generate value across the organisation value chain

    Behavioural skills

    • Negotiation & Influence
    • Analytical thinking
    • Communication & relationship management
    • Problem-solving
    • Innovation
    • Integrity & curiosity
    • Strategic thinking
    • Proactive, structured and adaptable to changing markets
    • Collaboration

    Duties & Responsibilities    

    • Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management
    • Develop and implement sourcing strategies to achieve value and benefits
    • Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers based on agreed criteria
    • Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to drive SRM, value and innovation
    • Category Intelligence & Market Analysis
    • Conduct market research and benchmarking to identify industry trends, supplier capabilities, competitor activity and expected international trend impact
    • Monitor supplier markets and assess risks

    Negotiation & Contract Management

    • Lead supplier negotiations to secure competitive pricing, favourable contract terms, and service level agreements
    • Collaborate with legal and procurement teams to ensure contracts comply with company policies and relevant regulatory and legal requirements

    Value Creation

    • Identify cost-saving opportunities through supplier consolidation, process improvement, and demand management
    • Develop business cases for strategic sourcing initiatives and track value creation in line with the benefits methodology

    Procurement Compliance & Risk Management

    • Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, industry regulations, and ethical sourcing standards
    • Mitigate procurement risks through supplier due diligence and effective contract management

    Stakeholder Collaboration & Process Improvement

    • Work closely with internal stakeholders to align sourcing strategies with business needs and any relevant category strategies
    • Identify opportunities for efficiency improvements in procurement workflows
    • Stay updated with industry trends, regulations, and best practices in procurement to recommend and implement innovative sourcing strategies

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    Sourcing Specialist - Direct

    Job Advert Summary    

    • The Sourcing Specialist is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for fleet operational expenses, which include tyres, spare parts, lubricants, maintenance services, and related consumables for Commercial Vehicles (Truck and Bus), Yellow Equipment, Agricultural Equipment, LDVs, Trailers, and other fleet assets and to manage the "Direct" operational spend categories required to keep the fleet in operation, minimising the Cost Per Kilometer (CPK). This role focuses on negotiating high-volume contracts for, tires, parts, and maintenance networks.
    • This includes managing supplier relationships, and achieving value targets. This role involves market research, supplier negotiations, contract management, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies and regulatory requirements.
    • The successful candidate must be commercially minded, strategic, analytical with strong negotiation skills and deliver value through strategic sourcing, supply consolidation and cost management, while mitigating supplier risk and ensuring ethical sourcing.

    Minimum Requirements    

    Education and Experience

    • Bachelor’s degree (3 years) / NQF level 7. Postgraduate qualification is advantageous.
    • Atleast 3 years in a similair role
    • Experience in strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and contract negotiations
    • Experience in managing complex, high risk projects and programs to improve performance and deliver service
    • Experience with digital procurement tools, e-sourcing, ERP systems, and analytics platforms
    • Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of procurement processes, contract law, supplier management, and global sourcing best practices
    • Regulatory Compliance: Familiarity with procurement regulations, ethical sourcing standards, and risk management strategies

    Skills and Competencies

    • Analytical: Ability to analyse data and market trends to make informed decisions.
    • E-sourcing platforms: Manage procurement process through use of digital platforms to identify, evaluate and select suppliers.
    • Financial skills: Intermediate and above numerical skills including a good understanding of Finance and budget management.
    • Negotiation Skills: Strong negotiation abilities to secure favourable terms, conditions and prices from suppliers.
    • Communication: Effective communication skills to interact with a variety of stakeholders and suppliers. Good command of the agreed business language.
    • Project & Change Management: Capability to manage sourcing initiatives and change in dynamic environments.
    • Problem-Solving: Skill in resolving issues related to Procurement, logistics, and supplier relationships.
    • Strategic Business Partner: Service oriented mindset aligning business objectives with Procurement and Category strategies.
    • Business acumen: The ability to understand the organisations' purpose, strategy and the external landscape, and how the processes and systems help to generate value across the organisation value chain

    Behavioural skills

    • Negotiation & Influence
    • Analytical thinking
    • Communication & relationship management
    • Problem-solving
    • Innovation
    • Integrity & curiosity
    • Strategic thinking
    • Proactive, structured and adaptable to changing markets
    • Collaboration

    Duties & Responsibilities    

    Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management

    • Develop and implement sourcing strategies to achieve value and benefits
    • Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers based on agreed criteria
    • Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to drive SRM, value and innovation

    Category Intelligence & Market Analysis

    • Conduct market research and benchmarking to identify industry trends, supplier capabilities, competitor activity and expected international trend impact
    • Monitor supplier markets and assess risks

    Negotiation & Contract Management

    • Lead supplier negotiations to secure competitive pricing, favourable contract terms, and service level agreements
    • Collaborate with legal and procurement teams to ensure contracts comply with company policies and relevant regulatory and legal requirements

    Value Creation

    • Identify cost-saving opportunities through supplier consolidation, process improvement, and demand management
    • Develop business cases for strategic sourcing initiatives and track value creation in line with the benefits methodology

    Procurement Compliance & Risk Management

    • Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, industry regulations, and ethical sourcing standards
    • Mitigate procurement risks through supplier due diligence and effective contract management

    Stakeholder Collaboration & Process Improvement

    • Work closely with internal stakeholders to align sourcing strategies with business needs and any relevant category strategies
    • Identify opportunities for efficiency improvements in procurement workflows
    • Stay updated with industry trends, regulations, and best practices in procurement to recommend and implement innovative sourcing strategies

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