Strategic Procurement & Inventory Leader

henryschein; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Schein is seeking a senior purchasing leader to drive strategic direction for the ZAF inventory and procurement teams. The role emphasizes continuous improvement, profitability, and strong change management across departments.

You will oversee supplier relations, price data maintenance, and budgetary controls, while developing reporting and performance metrics to meet organizational objectives. A seasoned leader in supply chain is essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years purchasing experience at senior management level.
• Thorough knowledge of supply chain processes.
• Comprehensive understanding of ERP systems and business software.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise the ZAF Purchasing Teams.
• Develop regular reporting with key supply chain KPIs.
• Drive profit improvement and service attainment initiatives.
• Maintain supplier details and pricing data in ERP systems.
• Manage inbound freight costs to optimize overall supply chain costs.
• Review processes and implement efficiencies to reduce costs.
• Develop supplier relationships and measure performance.
• Maintain supplier and quality agreements.
• Promote professional purchasing principles across the business.
• Communicate with stakeholders to address business needs.
• Oversee budgetary controls and reporting under leadership.
• Ensure compliance with quality systems and regulatory standards.
• Develop team skills to meet objectives.
• Progress objectives set by departmental leadership.
• Participate in special projects as required.
• Support business goals by reducing high stock levels.

Skills

Purchasing management

ERP systems knowledge

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Leadership

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Henry Schein is seeking a senior purchasing leader to drive strategic direction for the ZAF inventory and procurement teams. The role emphasizes continuous improvement, profitability, and strong change management across departments.

You will oversee supplier relations, price data maintenance, and budgetary controls, while developing reporting and performance metrics to meet organizational objectives. A seasoned leader in supply chain is essential.