Procurement Specialist - KwaZulu-Natal, Durban, South Africa - Hirt & Carter

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    Hirt & Carter KwaZulu-Natal, Durban, South Africa

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    Hirt & Carter's job vacancy, Career and Recruitment

    Job title : Procurement Specialist – Durban jobs in KwaZulu-Natal

    Job Location : KwaZulu-Natal, Durban

    Deadline : May 12, 2024

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    CORE PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

  • The Procurement Specialist is responsible to manage the acquisition of goods and services necessary for the business to operate efficiently.
  • The Procurement Specialist is tasked with analysing market trends, assessing supplier capabilities, implementing best practices to streamline procurement operations and support the business goals and objectives.

    KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:
  • Thoroughly analyse the products needed considering factors such as quantity specification, innovation, quality standards and delivery timelines
  • Ensure signed agreements in place with current and new suppliers
  • Regularly compare the pricing, terms, and performance of current suppliers against industry benchmarks and competitors
  • Leverage negotiation skills and market knowledge to secure favourable pricing, discounts, or rebates from suppliers
  • Analyse the factors that influence the cost of the products or services managed
  • Review open purchase orders, follow-up and resolve with the supplier

    QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE:
  • A Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics & Supply Chain Management
  • At least 5 years' experience in a similar role within the print, packaging, manufacturing industry
  • Technical understanding of raw materials substrates/media
  • Demonstrates strong ability to understand new material, substrates/media
  • Proven track record to drive competitive quality sourcing and cost saving
  • High level business acumen
  • Experience with imports

    BEHAVIOURS & ATTRIBUTES:
  • Strong customer focus and understanding
  • High level communication and negotiation skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Critical thinking skills
  • Team player

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