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Maserati of San Diego

Head of Procurement

Maserati of San Diego, Columbia, South Carolina, United States,


Location:

Germiston Type:

Permanent Remuneration:

R1.2M to R1.5M CTC + fuel card and company phone Per Annum Introduction

A leading Industrial Services company is looking for a Head of Procurement / Supply Chain to join their successful team. JOB PURPOSE The incumbent will be responsible for developing and maintaining a solid alignment between supply chain (SC) activities and the business environment, ensuring supply chain requirements across the BUs portfolio of clients and pursuits are clearly understood, appropriately resourced, and addressed in a manner that meets client expectations. Duties & Responsibilities

DEVELOP AND MANAGE PROCUREMENT STRATEGY: Develop and drive the implementation of the Supply Chain Management Strategy. Provide specialist advice and guidance on all matters in the supply value chain Develop and maintain procedures and policies. Monitor the implementation of the Supply Chain Management Strategy to ensure optimal adherence and compliance. Provide strategic direction to the Senior Management Team in implementing divisional strategy and goals. Develop and review Supply Chain Management Operating Model in line with broader organizational business objectives. Provide feedback and monitor successful cascading of strategy, Exco, and Board of Directives within the business units. Review and Report on the achievement of the business unit’s objectives. Manage the Department’s strategic business cycle. Manage and ensure compliance and implementation of various strategic plans to guide the Corporate plan. Monitor the attainability and sustainability of Divisional performance standards as per objectives. Build and maintain strong, sustainable, respected, and trusted relationships with Business Unit management and all other related stakeholders. Ensure a customer-focused ethos is paramount in all services rendered by the Department in the empowerment of its clients BUSINESS OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY: Monitor the management of suppliers for efficiency to sustain value for the duration of their contracts. Negotiates contracts, pricing discounts, and agreements with vendors with an emphasis on maximizing value for organizational funds. Analyses complex requests for proposals and prepare recommendations that are legal, and ethical and demonstrate value for the organization. Manages complex bid processes including vendors to be solicited, requests for proposals, evaluation of returned proposals, selection of vendors, and award of contracts. Develop processes and systems for effective and efficient management of supply chain services across the organization. Identification and realization of cost-saving and cost-reduction opportunities. Manage broader transformation of the supply value chain. STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT Contribute towards the development of company’s strategic plans. Compile and present departmental strategy for Exco review and input into broader organisational strategy. Ensures that financial transactions, policies and procedures meet short- and long-term business objectives and regulatory body requirements. Identification of departmental risks and implementing departmental risk management strategy. OPERATIONAL Monitor all procurement activities. Market analysis plus total supplier base management. Report to the executive management team. Procurement department internal and external reporting on KPIs. Ensure sourcing decisions are made in accordance with approved strategies. Ensure Supplier bidding / selection in accordance with the Procurement Policies and Procedures and enforce implementation. Ensure early Supplier involvement in cost management initiatives to ensure achievement of associated targets. Developing and implement procurement strategies and methodologies. Manage and structure the company’s relationship with the supply base. Perform and monitor Supplier evaluation. Enforce and regulate transactional processes in accordance with both Policies and Procedures. Interaction with the company procurement function. Interaction with Business departments on critical procurement matters to ensure improved procurement efficiencies. POLICY AND GOVERNANCE Review and implement Procurement-related policies. This includes Enterprise and Supplier Development (ESD) policies. Ensure that all governance structures both within the department and at corporate level are operational. Ensure business is kept abreast with Procurement practices. Manage Supply chain and procurement-related risks. SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT Develop and implement Enterprise & Supplier Development strategies and initiatives. Promote transformation through procurement best practices and policies e.g. BBBEE and PPPFA. Review and support local content strategies. BUDGETING AND FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Execute the Budgeting and Forecasting process for the company. Manage the departmental budget, ensuring expenditure within set parameters. Prepare reports for Board and Board Committee Packs Contribute towards the business Strategic Planning. PEOPLE MANAGEMENT Ensure that annual performance objectives are set and understood by team members. Development areas identified and career development plans in place for team members. Manage team performance, ensuring that non-performance is dealt with accordingly and to achieve individual and organization goals and objectives. Developing a skilled team capable of assisting the company with the achievement of its objectives. Identify resourcing needs and participate in the recruitment of staff. Ensure that all staff are trained, skilled and that their expertise is fully applied. Ensure that working environment contributes to improving staff morale and increased productivity COMPETENCIES /SKILLS Knowledge Leadership for Impact (Direct and Virtual) Complexity within the workplace Conflict management Influencing others Information processing Problem solving Public Sector industry Technical Skills Excellent problem solving and analytical skills. Excellent writing and reporting skills. Ability to interact and influence at all levels, internally and externally. Proven track record of managing a team of at least 5 -10. Good planning and organizing skills. Management of Strategic Resources Business Acumen Attributes/Values Strategically minded High attention to detail Ability to work under pressure Team player Resilience Leadership Flexibility Willing to work extra/ overtime hours as and when required Desired Experience & Qualification

QUALIFICATIONS A tertiary 3-year Diploma/ Degree (Commerce/ Supply Chain/ Business) or related procurement qualification MCIPS certification is an added advantage. EXPERIENCE At least a minimum of 10 years’ proven working experience in supervising/ managing others within procurement or supply chain management. Excellent knowledge of sourcing and procurement techniques. Strong Commercial acumen, exceptional eye for details, including experience in leading negotiations PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS AN EMPLOYMENT EQUITY POSITION Should you not receive a response within 14 days of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful. Package & Remuneration

R1.2M to R1.5M CTC + fuel card and company phone Per Annum

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