Head Of Procurement Proximity

Pernod Ricard; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global beverage company is seeking a Head of Proximity Procurement to oversee the procurement activities in the AME region. This role involves developing procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and guiding the procurement team. Candidates should have over 5 years of relevant experience, strong leadership skills, and a background in procurement management. The position offers an opportunity to drive efficiencies and enhancements in procurement processes across all affiliates in the region.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Health insurance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain management.
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
• Experience in managing procurement teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement function and lead procurement team.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies and policies.
• Conduct supplier evaluations and manage relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Procurement strategy development

Supplier relationship management

Cost efficiency management

Market intelligence

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Procurement certifications

Tools

ERP systems

Procurement tools

Job description

Job Purpose
The Head of Proximity Procurement has direct responsibilities on all Indirects and COGS categories for the AME region and is acting as a local leader and senior interface between Procurement and the Business.
He / She drives the development, implementation and continuous improvement of all Procurement Policies, Processes and Strategies.
The role ensures alignment of global and local strategies with local needs, drives value creation and sustainability, delivers local efficiency plans and ensures timely, high-quality execution of procurement initiatives, and identifies and consolidates affiliate needs to inform and enrich global procurement strategies.
Management, development and coaching of the Procurement team as well as individuals within group procurement and the local management entities where required.
Maintains strong working relationships with Suppliers and all Stakeholders to ensure all procurement activities are in line with time, cost and quality requirements.
Aligns with Global Procurement Director Indirects and the Global Category Directors to ensure development of fit for purpose procurement strategies.
Aligns with Stakeholders and the Operations Director to ensure delivery of functional business needs strategy and targets – use Procurement as a tool to close any gaps.
Provide commercial advice and work jointly with Stakeholders, ensuring introduction of best practice and management of procurement principles across all functions by promoting adoption of procurement processes, tools, and governance to ensure compliance, transparency, and value delivery.
Review all category analytics to develop supplier performance management and risk mitigation in close collaboration with the Business the Global category managers and ensure continuous value creation through procurement levers.
Ensure effective monitoring of procurement performance, driving efficiencies, sustainable sourcing, and synergies across affiliates.
Actively participate in Global procurement governance forums and key local business meetings to anticipate needs and share procurement plans.
Categories managed by Head of Proximity Procurement include; Operations, Business Services, Facilities, Tech, Capex, Media, Creative Content, and Sales Activation (POS, VAP, events), manufacturing, Direct Materials.
The role will support all affiliates across Africa Middle East.
Key Duties and Responsibilities Management of the Procurement Function and Leading the Procurement Team Management of the Procurement Function
Establish meeting and communication routines within Procurement Team (Bi-Weekly One on Ones, Bi-Weekly Team Meetings etc.)
Establish meeting and communication routines with Internal Customers and Stakeholders
Establish Functional Objectives and Strategies
Responsible for all Procurement Policies and End to End Process source to pay Leading the Procurement Team
Establish Development Plans for self and team to increase knowledge, expertise and performance within the Procurement Function
Establish Goals / Performance Scorecards for self and team which ensure alignment to Functional Objectives of cost & operational efficiency
Leadership of Procurement Team to ensure individual, team and business objectives are achieved
Back-up for Purchasing Category Leads when on leave or demand exceeds capacity Reporting
Development and implementation of Monthly Reports for the various Purchasing Categories and the Procurement Function as a whole
Development and implementation of a Procurement Dashboard
Understand budget variances and develop LE to reflect potential long term financial impact across categories.
Strategy
Deploy and monitor execution of global procurement strategies and tenders across affiliates, ensuring alignment with business needs.
Represent affiliate priorities and market specificities to global category teams, supporting the co-development of sourcing strategies.
Facilitate cross-functional alignment and prioritize procurement initiatives that deliver growth, efficiency, and sustainability.
Provide strategic insights and recommendations to stakeholders based on market intelligence and supplier performance.
Drive innovation and continuous improvement
Propose new standards with regard to processes, business efficiencies or spend to market
Propose new standards with regard to processes
Improved business efficiencies and speed to market
Knowledge sharing with team Propose new tool and ideas
Develop and implement new tools and ideas to increase productivity
Automation of the Procurement Function to minimise the administrative burden and increase visibility
Ensure ERP is setup to support the Procurement Processes Expand the scope of the Procurement Function and Capabilities within PRSSA
Expand the scope of the Procurement Function and Capabilities within PRSSA
Develop, document and implement Procurement Policies, Processes and Tools aligned to Group Procurement Policies and business requirements
(This includes the expansion of Scope into T&E, Manufacturing, Direct Materials and various General Expenses)
Establish and execute 3 Year Plan for Procurement Capability Building and Rollout to all Markets
Procurement Policies , Processes and Strategies published
Procurement Tools established and rolled out to the team
Procurement Policies and Processes implemented and adopted by the business Management of RFQs and Tender Processes
Develop and implement the RFQ and Tender Processes & Templates
Assistance to the Markets with guidance, templates, processes, negotiations etc. as required
This includes Bi-Annual Co-Packing, VAP Export and 3 PL Tenders etc.
Evaluate, categorise and select preferred suppliers
Conduct Supplier Vetting annually and as new Suppliers are added
Compile a Preferred Supplier List per Category per Region which is updated annually and published on My Portal
Ensure NDAs in place for all Suppliers
Ensure SLAs in place for all Suppliers
Supplier Relationship Management Procurement
Entrench Procurement ways of working across all categories within Procurement
Sourcing, Development & Purchasing Ensure Policy and Process Compliance
Procurement Team are trained in the Processes, Tools and Templates and adhere to these
All Internal Customers are trained in the Processes, Tools and Templates and adhere to these Auditing and Evaluation
Ensure that Procurement Team brief and purchase in line with the Procurement Policy and Processes
Ensure that all Databases, Documentation and Accounts Payable are accurate and up to date Negotiation with Suppliers
Suppliers briefed in accordance with RFQ and Tender requirements
Negotiations with suppliers that lead to operational and cost efficiencies
Negotiations with suppliers lead to on time and in full product and service delivery Cost Efficiency and Accounts Payable Managed
Cost Efficiency and Accounts Payable Managed
Cost tracking per category – detailed spend report is reviewed monthly with OP's Director.
Costings compiled and approved by Internal Customers
Required paperwork sourced from Suppliers, Service Providers and POS Warehouse
Documentation matched and submitted to Finance for