Strategic Group Procurement Leader – FMCG Dairy

Akilconnect; Oos-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodlands Dairy Group in the Eastern Cape is seeking an experienced Group Procurement Manager to lead procurement across the dairy operations. You will develop a group strategy, drive sourcing initiatives, and manage supplier relationships to optimise costs and ensure continuity of supply.

The role requires a strong commercial mindset, strategic thinking, and leadership across multiple sites. On-site, full-time position based in the Eastern Cape with a focus on governance and continuous

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, procurement or related field; postgraduate preferred.
• “Professional procurement accreditation such as CIPS is advantageous.”

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a Group Procurement strategy aligned to cost, service, sustainability and growth.
• Lead procurement across raw materials, packaging and indirect spend across multiple sites.
• Manage strategic supplier relationships, contracts, performance and risk across the Group.
• Drive sourcing, tenders and cost-saving initiatives with governance and compliance.

Skills

Procurement

Supply Chain Management

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Digital transformation

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain/procurement

Master's degree

CIPS professional certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Job description

Woodlands Dairy Group in the Eastern Cape is seeking an experienced Group Procurement Manager to lead procurement across the dairy operations. You will develop a group strategy, drive sourcing initiatives, and manage supplier relationships to optimise costs and ensure continuity of supply.

The role requires a strong commercial mindset, strategic thinking, and leadership across multiple sites. On-site, full-time position based in the Eastern Cape with a focus on governance and continuous