About the role and responsibilities
- Drive the full implementation of strategic plan to build and strengthen our business capacity within the South Africa market and execute strategic partnership with stakeholders.
- Lead the pivotal operations of driving cost-effective procurement practices, fostering supplier relationships, and ensures supply chain integrity.
- On-board new clients with efficient sourcing, purchasing, and management of goods and services that meet the company's requirements and standards.
- Conduct in-depth market research to qualify developing business opportunities, leveraging industry contacts for strategic intelligence.
- Manage data, business partnerships, and project opportunities required to meet metrics for success.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality standards and ensuring timely delivery.
- Cultivate and manage relationships with suppliers and logistics companies to negotiate contracts and terms that benefit the organisation.
- Evaluate supplier performance and implement improvements or changes as necessary.
- Lead the management of specific commodities or categories of goods/services.
- Monitor commodity markets, pricing trends, and supply availability.
- Develop strategies to mitigate risks associated with commodity price fluctuations and supply chain disruptions.
- Analyse target/bid reviews and provide ongoing feedback to senior management on the status of capture efforts and the opportunity of continued investment of time and resources in developing business opportunities.
- Serve as the primary liaison and subject-matter expert to internal and external partners and represent the SA strategic plan at meetings, in the office, and externally.
- Contribute to the development of policies and procedures to enhance the company's business development and recruiting practices.
The Successful Applicant
The successful candidate for the Head of Procurement/Commodity role must have/meet the following requirements:
- Master's degree or equivalent in International Relations, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Proven track record of successful business development in the commodities sector, with a focus on agriculture.
- Minimum of 7 years in international business development with considerable exposure to commodities trading and logistics/shipping operations.
- Self-starter with drive to seek new business and meet or exceed targets - from scratch.
- Interpersonal skills for building and developing relationships with clients.
- Written and verbal communication skills - needed for communicating with a range of people, both internally and externally, as well as presentation and negotiation skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software to prepare reports and policies.
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed.
- A flexible approach to work with the ability to adapt to a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
- Strong negotiation skills and ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Leadership experience with a demonstrated track record of managing teams and driving results.
- Any Professional Certification in trading, quality assurance, supply chain would be a plus.
- Ethical and professional conduct in all dealings; strategic thinker with a strong business acumen.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
- Flexible hours may be necessary to accommodate different time zones and meetings.
Person Specification
- Motivated by the mission of the company.
- Pragmatic with quantitative and analytical ability and attention to detail.
- Driven, independent thinker and leader who can juggle multiple projects simultaneously with fast changing priorities.
- High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency.
- A focus on execution. Willing and able to get hands dirty.
- Flexibility to roll up your sleeves and attack problems and projects as they arise, where you will need to set out a clear structure, method, and outcomes yourself.
What's on Offer
Our client is willing to pay a market-related increase.
Contact: Darian Naidoo
Quote job ref: JN-082024-6500953
Phone number: +27 11 303 8334
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