Senior Procurement Specialist

Ntice Sourcing Solutions; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG company based in Randfontein is seeking an experienced Senior Procurement Specialist to manage and execute procurement for engineering materials. You will lead supplier negotiations, implement procurement strategies, and ensure compliance with standards. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in the Food FMCG industry and is proficient in SAP and Ariba. Competitive salary and benefits offered, including medical aid and retirement plans.

Benefits

Medical aid

Pension and Provident Fund

Disability cover

Group Life cover

Funeral cover

Car Insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in purchasing and engineering in Food FMCG industry.
• Experience in sourcing engineering equipment and services.
• Knowledge of procurement compliance and vendor sourcing practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute procurement activities for engineering materials.
• Lead negotiations with suppliers for favorable terms.
• Formulate and implement sustainable procurement strategies.

Skills

Proficiency in MS Office

Research skills

Negotiation and influencing

Project management

People management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

SAP

Ariba platform

Job description

Job Description

My client (FMCG) is seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Procurement Specialist – Supply Chain, based in the Randfontein area.

Job Purpose

To manage and execute procurement activities related to engineering materials, equipment, and services for South Africa in a cost‑effective manner and compliance with procurement policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Demand Determination
  Establish and maintain sound, collaborative relationships with stakeholders, including line managers; collaborate with relevant functional and technical teams to gather detailed information on required equipment, goods, and services, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of business and technical needs; adhere to and implement Group and Regional Procurement policies; ensure alignment with technical specifications and project requirements; identify and implement cost‑saving initiatives while optimising the total cost of ownership for the organization; ensure all procurement activities are compliant with relevant legal, environmental, and regulatory requirements; monitor market trends, technological advancements, and industry best practices to ensure the organization remains at the forefront of engineering procurement, continuously.
• Supplier Research, Identification and Registration on Vendor Database
  Conduct thorough research to identify and assess potential suppliers for required equipment, goods, or services; evaluate suppliers' capabilities to meet business specifications, volumes, and delivery schedules; assess shortlisted suppliers and identify the most suitable candidates based on cost, quality and delivery performance; request quotes and negotiate procurement terms, considering budget constraints and delivery schedules; prepare proposals for the business on selected suppliers, incorporating feedback from stakeholders and executing corrective actions until supplier approval or rejection is achieved; create and manage sourcing events on the SAP Ariba platform, analyse results, and finalise the award process; ensure all suppliers who will work on‑site undergo appropriate vetting by the Environmental, Health, and Safety team, with mandatory Safety Files in place; onboard successful vendors on the appropriate portal, namely Ariba and Outsmart; collaborate with relevant stakeholders to formulate and / or review service level agreements (SLAs) and contracts; resolve issues in the invoice workflow by providing support and following up as necessary.
• Contract Management
  Lead negotiation efforts with suppliers to secure favourable terms, prices and delivery schedules that align with business objectives; source goods through the cloud‑based Ariba Platform, ensuring procurement is streamlined and efficient; draft and review contracts, ensuring they meet company policies, business needs and risk mitigation strategies; resolve any discrepancies in specification and application, and elevate issues as needed to relevant stakeholders; monitor inventory levels to ensure alignment with business needs and initiate purchase orders when discrepancies arise; evaluate supplier performance regularly, as part of the Supplier Lifecycle Management and Performance (SLP) process, to ensure reliability and continued quality of service; build and nurture long‑term relationships with suppliers to drive sustainable procurement efficiencies and ensure high‑quality service; oversee the contract lifecycle, ensuring compliance with terms and timely renewals or amendments as needed; address procurement risks related to supply chain disruptions, price volatility and supplier performance issues to minimise impact on operations proactively.
• Procurement Planning and Budgeting
  Formulate and / or review procedures, processes, and best practices in order to improve business efficiency and effectiveness for further approval; develop and implement sustainable procurement strategies for key materials, securing approval from senior stakeholders; monitor procurement spend on engineering, repairs and maintenance goods and services against budget, and manage it to ensure adherence to financial constraints and optimising spend; collaborate with cross‑functional teams to identify risks and develop mitigation plans, including sourcing alternative suppliers when necessary; identify and implement opportunities for cost reduction without compromising quality or performance; track expenditures and report regularly on procurement activities, highlighting cost savings and efficiency improvements; collaborate with the engineering team to identify opportunities for process optimisation, material standardisation and cost‑effective solutions.
• Reporting, Filing and Administration
  Provide regular, accurate reports on procurement activities in line with internal and external stakeholders' requirements; maintain accurate and comprehensive records of procurement transactions, contracts and communications and ensure they are filed and accessible to relevant stakeholders.
• People Management
  Fill vacancy / ies with employees who meet knowledge and skills requirements for positions; train and / or schedule training of employees and / or other team members in order to ensure that they are suitably qualified and are declared competent; manage the performance and discipline of employees in a way that ensures productivity and compliance with legal and statutory requirements and internationally accepted environmental, health, safety and quality standards; manage time and attendance and ensure timely system updates; communicate information and changes that affect employees clearly and timely; address problems and explore opportunities timely; facilitate and resolve conflicting issues or requirements; ensure compliance with prevailing policies and procedures.

Qualifying Attributes

• Qualifications
  Bachelor's degree in engineering, preferably mechanical or chemical engineering; qualification in procurement is an added advantage.
• Experience
  Minimum of 5 years' overall purchasing and engineering experience in a similar role within Food FMCG industry or similar; working experience in sourcing and procuring engineering equipment and services for multiple engineering fields from diverse suppliers and operating equipment manufacturers (OEM's); working experience in spearheading projects or supplier transition with large matrix collaboration across the organization; working experience in the implementation of end‑to‑end procurement strategies and processes; SAP and Ariba is preferable.
• Knowledge
  Sound understanding of business processes, requirements and value chain; supply chain procedures; purchasing strategies; vendor sourcing practices (researching, evaluating, negotiating); logistics (road freight, sea freight, air freight, courier door‑to‑door, incoterms) understanding; procurement compliance (RFI, RFP, RFQ, tendering, vendor approval, contracting, monitoring).
• Skills
  Proficiency in MS Office, SAP and Ariba platform; research skills; project management; negotiation and influencing; numerical & financial acumen; contract design and contractor management; problem solving, data analysis & integration; relationship building and networking; emotional and social intelligence; people management; stakeholder orientation and engagement; collaboration; written and verbal communication skills; planning and organising; time management and speedy execution.

On Offer

Range of between R ,00 – R ,00 Total Cost to company per Annum (Dependent on various factors including current earnings)

Total cost To Company is inclusive of a 13th Cheque

Benefits

Medical aid, Pension and Provident Fund, Disability, Group Life, Funeral Cover and Car Insurance

Pre‑Employment Requirements

Safety medical checks will be conducted; Criminal checks will be conducted; Credit checks will be conducted; School and Tertiary Qualifications verifications will be conducted; References will be required.

POPIA Act

In line with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of (POPIA), all personal information submitted in your application will be treated as confidential and used solely for recruitment purposes. By applying for this position, you consent to the processing and storing of your personal information for the purposes of assessing your suitability for employment. Should your application be unsuccessful, your personal information will be securely stored for a limited period and then destroyed in accordance with our data retention policy. A preference will be given to South African Citizens and candidates from designated groups.