Responsible for the formulation of the long-term Group Category strategy and planning that provides an operating framework for the category team. Oversee and evolve the category team’s commodity sourcing strategies by factoring fundamentals, macro-economic, supply market developments and changes in business priorities. Ensure that sourcing strategies safeguard supply through contingencies and supply alternatives. Oversee major strategic sourcing projects that deliver total cost of ownership savings by either leading cross functional sourcing teams or guiding commodity managers Ensure that the category’s supply market intelligence, value chain and cost models are accurate and oversee the provision of budgetary input and quarterly cost forecasts to business Apply supply management principles that build collaborative relationships with suppliers, and business Participate in engagements with relevant category industry bodies and regulatory bodies to optimise Company’s position Lead supply management with the selected Strategic and Critical suppliers (negotiations, reviews, contracting). Key Professional Competencies
Core knowledge –Strategic sourcing, Procurement systems, Supplier relationship management, Cost management & Zero Based Budgeting, Supply Chain collaboration, Business P&L’s Key foundational competencies
Academic –Financial acumen, Commercial acumen, Project Management, Problem solving, Decision making Leadership – Managing Change, Taking the Company's perspective, Influencing others, Driving long-term results, Developing myself & others Personal Effectiveness –Effective communication, Interpersonal skills, Integrity, Creativity, Continuous learning Experience
Function – 8 to 10 years experience procurement Industry – Extensive Experience in FMCG industry
