Minimum of 3 years hands-on experience in procurement with strategic sourcing
Advanced Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint skills
Skills and Competencies:
Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures
Recommend process improvements to current procurement policies and procedures
Excellent verbal communication skills and proven above average business writing skills
Good decision making skills
High attention to detail
Commitment to best practice
Able to work within, and abide by, regulatory frameworks
Team player
Responsibilities:
Implement and manage agreed procurement policies, procedures and business strategies
Develop and manage a sound and cost effective supply base
Conduct all procurement with the appropriate skill and integrity
Maintain the procurement performance measurement systems for cost, supplier and category performance to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness
Ensure the purchase requirements for service delivery, goods and services are timeously and consistently available to offer high levels of client service
Conduct negotiations in a professional manner
Assess, manage and mitigate risks
Monitor and forecast upcoming levels of demand
Identify training needs of self and direct reports in order to ensure increased stakeholder value