Regional Procurement Lead - Ghana - Fmcg

Yellosa; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement company in Johannesburg is looking for a seasoned procurement professional to develop and implement sourcing strategies. You will manage supplier selection and performance reviews while collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in Indirect Procurement, especially in FMCG markets across West Africa. A Bachelor's degree in Procurement or related field is preferred. The role offers a competitive package along with bonuses and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive package

Attractive bonus

Benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in an Indirect Procurement position covering FMCG markets.
• At least 5 years in an Indirect Procurement role covering Ghana and Cameroon.
• Experience handling indirect procurement categories like MRO, Energy, CAPEX, OPEX.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement regional sourcing strategies for Indirect & MRO categories.
• Lead supplier selection, negotiation, and contract management.
• Conduct supplier performance reviews using KPIs.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Fluency in English

Proficient in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Coupa)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Supply Chain or Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Reporting to the Global Head of Procurement in Asia, while working in a standalone position, Your duties are listed below :

Strategy & Sourcing : Develop and implement regional sourcing strategies for Indirect & MRO categories (Engineering, spare parts, CAPEX , utilities)

Identifying opportunities for cost reduction, process improvement, and supplier consolidation

Supplier Management : Lead supplier selection, negotiation and contract management

Responsible for conducting supplier performance reviews using KPI' ( Delivery , Quality, Cost and Service)

Cross-Functional Collaboration : Collaborate with Finance, Engineering and Operation teams to align sourcing decisions while staying within budget brackets

Represent procurement guidelines in CAPEX and OPEX project planning meetings

The Successful Applicant

Minimum 10 years of experience preferably in an Indirect Procurement position covering FMCG markets across West Africa

Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Supply Chain or Business Administration is preferred

Excellent experience with at least 5 years in an Indirect Procurement role covering Ghana and Cameroon is mandatory

Experience handling indirect procurement categories like MRO , Energy, CAPEX , OPEX is required

Strong negotiation, and analytical skills

Proficient user in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Coupa ) and Microsoft Excel

Excellent fluency in English is a must, Fluency in French is a bonus

What's on Offer

Competitive package + Attract bonus and benefits

Contact

Ridge Fernandes