Job Description

This role is also expected to develop supplier relationships as well as ensuring the business is aware of market changes, impacts of legislation or regulation and assist in the implementation of the overall business strategy in the relevant market areas.

To be considered for this role you must have a proven track record of prioritising workload to meet deadlines and a working knowledge of finance cost management and risk management. The ability to anticipate change and produce solutions is essential. Strong communication skills are required for this role

Responsibilities

• Coordinate successful sourcing strategy
• Strong experience in contract implementation and management
• Experience in growing strong relationships with suppliers
• Facilitate introduction of key suppliers to company level stakeholders
• Contribute to supplier risk identification and mitigation to ensure compliance with risk mapping
• Ensure collaborative interactions between Buyers and the Category Management teams
• Boost influence and recognition of the procurement function within the community of Business Stakeholders
• Contribute to the yearly ambition plan and implement continuous improvement throughout the procurement cycle
• Nurtures relationships with suppliers to negotiate the best prices for company
• Identifies and researches potential new suppliers
• Research new products and services to meet the company's goals
• Assesses the total costs of company purchases
• Develops and implements strategies for procuring, storing, and distributing goods or services and maintaining stock levels
• Reports to Production / Project Director

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities