Strategic Commodity & Procurement Specialist

Sappi; Durban; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 760,000; Full time

Job summary

Sappi in Durban is seeking an experienced Commodity Specialist to support management with procurement planning, execution and control to meet customer expectations and company goals. You will liaise with internal customers, management and suppliers to ensure smooth operational delivery and report to the Senior Procurement Manager – Sourcing.

You will develop sourcing strategies, perform market analysis, negotiate contracts, draft agreements, and manage supplier performance to reduce total cost

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in procurement or a related field.
• 5–8 years of experience in procurement or materials management.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is beneficial.
• SAP MM experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for tactical, non-category managed goods and services.
• Analyze business requirements such as supply markets, supply chains, demand patterns and commodity strategies.
• Negotiate short-term (1 year) and medium-term (3 year) contracts.
• Draft and conclude supply agreements and SLAs for goods and services.
• Consult with Legal to draft supply agreements.
• Ensure materials and services are sourced per specification and policy.
• Highlight opportunities to place items on contract.
• Load and maintain contract pricing on the SAP system.
• Promote BBBEE preferential procurement and enterprise development objectives.
• Compile monthly, quarterly and annual performance reports.

Skills

Sourcing strategies

Negotiation

Supplier management

Cost reduction

Contract management

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Degree or Diploma in Supply Chain / Procurement

NQF Level 6-7

Tools

SAP MM

Job description

Sappi in Durban is seeking an experienced Commodity Specialist to support management with procurement planning, execution and control to meet customer expectations and company goals. You will liaise with internal customers, management and suppliers to ensure smooth operational delivery and report to the Senior Procurement Manager – Sourcing.

You will develop sourcing strategies, perform market analysis, negotiate contracts, draft agreements, and manage supplier performance to reduce total cost