Procurement Buyer At The Foschini Group

The Foschini Group; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

The Foschini Group is seeking a Procurement and Logistics Manager Assistant to support the procurement department. This role involves managing stocks, supplier relationships, and logistics, requiring strong planning and negotiation skills. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of relevant experience in procurement and operations management.

Qualifications

• A relevant tertiary qualification is required.
• 3+ years of proven experience in sourcing and procurement.
• 3+ years of central planning experience and warehouse management experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing the non-merchandise procurement and central planning department.
• Compiling sourcing events and managing stock and supplier relationships.
• Oversee logistics management and ensure compliance with SLA agreements.

Skills

Planning

Negotiation

Analytical Skills

Supplier Management

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Tools

SAP

COUPA

Job description

Package & Remuneration

JOB DESCRIPTION

About TFG

Who we are is because of our people. They are our greatest asset.

TFG is an internationally diversified retail portfolio of 34 speciality lifestyle and apparel brands that inspire our customers to live their best lives and are woven into the lives of millions.

Our vision is to create the most remarkable omnichannel experiences for our customers. TFG is more than a workplace; it's a launchpad for your growth. Join us and explore endless growth opportunities across our diverse brands.

We're a purpose-led business, and on this team, you'll share the pride of making an impact across a whole industry. We're the designers, the makers, the shakers, and the teams behind the scenes. Are you with us?

About the role

To assist the Procurement and Logistics Manager in managing the non-merchandise procurement and central planning department within Store Development.

Key outputs include forecasting and planning, stock management, stock reporting, supplier management, warehousing, and logistics management.

Key Responsibilities

• Compiling and running sourcing events for all centrally planned F&F components & relevant VM equipment for all TFG Group retail brands' store build/launch within the development program related to the financial year store Capex release.
• Assist in forecasting and planning of centrally procured shop fitting & VM equipment supplied to store development Capex projects aligned to defined stock turn KPIs.
• Assist in forecasting & planning cycles both locally & internationally, considering manufacture lead-times, production sequencing, logistics, shipping, clearance, duties, & last mile logistics to development site destination / DC storage.
• Manage stock book value, aging, obsolete risk, and reporting to finance and auditing teams.
• Manage multiple stock book plants and cross-balance to SAP values/trends & reconciliations (SAP & Excel).
• Sourcing, evaluation, onboarding, and management of supplier relationships, SLA fulfillment, & quality assurance with 3rd party suppliers.
• Secure formalized contracts and SLA agreements with key 3rd party suppliers.
• Manage direct internal TFG team and external 3rd party suppliers.
• Oversee TFG DC team allocated to shop fitting warehouse and manage storage locations, including leased storage negotiations within the approved budget.

Qualifications and Experience

• A relevant tertiary qualification.
• 3+ years' proven experience in sourcing and procurement.
• 3+ years' proven central planning experience.
• Warehouse and distribution management experience.
• SAP and COUPA systems knowledge.
• Must have a driver's license, own car, and be able to travel.

Skills

• Excellent planning, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Uncompromising negotiation skills.
• Good analytical skills.
• Planning & organizing.
• Policy & procedures knowledge.
• Market research and analysis.
• Supplier management.

Behaviours

• Builds networks and nurtures relationships.
• Collaborates effectively.
• Communicates effectively.
• Customer-focused.
• Ensures accountability.
• Manages complexity.
• Persuades and influences others.
• Plans and aligns initiatives.

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Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.