Procurement Specialist

Procurement Specialist at PZ Cussons

PZ Cussons is a global leader in consumer products, known for creating some of the most beloved brands worldwide. With over 130 years of expertise, we operate in selected developed and emerging markets that offer strategic growth potential. Our top-tier supply chain and distribution networks ensure that we consistently deliver quality brands to meet the needs of global consumers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Head of Procurement to create plans for purchasing equipment, services, and supplies.
• Enforce and adhere to the company’s procurement policies and procedures.
• Review, compare, and analyze products and services for purchase.
• Manage inventories, and maintain accurate purchasing and pricing records.
• Keep supplier information up to date, including qualifications, delivery timelines, and product ranges.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, and negotiate contracts.
• Research and evaluate potential suppliers.
• Prepare budgets, cost analyses, and reports.
• Analyze supply chain intelligence to identify value-creating opportunities.
• Support the development and implementation of category strategies.
• Act as the key local contact between suppliers and internal teams to resolve supplier issues and manage escalations.
• Collaborate with the Procurement Manager to develop and execute procurement strategies.
• Develop Service Level Agreements (SLAs), Risk Management programs, and tools to promote continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a commercially-focused discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant post-qualification experience, including procurement within a fast-paced FMCG environment.
• Professional procurement qualifications (e.g., GIPS/ISM/MBA) are desirable, with the ability to quickly learn world-class procurement systems and processes.
• Ability to identify value opportunities in procurement and supplier management.
• Experience managing multiple relationships in a multicultural environment, with the ability to handle feedback and learn from criticism.
• Strong IT skills, including proficiency in office applications.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Strong quantitative analysis and problem-solving abilities.
• Good understanding of financial management.
• At least 2 years of independent procurement experience in a similar organization.
• FMCG background is a plus.

Application Closing Date:
18th October 2024.

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