Procurement Manager

Job Title: Procurement Manager Company: Voith Group Job Category: SAP MM Roles & Responsibilities: Procurement Manager ======================= * Manage Purchasing team and overall responsibility for VTZA Procurement department. * Sourcing and Purchasing of productive and Non Productive material in line with Voith Group Procurement Policy. * Evaluation of suppliers in accordance with VTZA and Voith Group Procurement Policy. * Ensure data integrity of procurement and inventory system data related to purchasing. * Strategic contracts management. * Support the Company in the achievement of B\-BBEE goals. * Participate in Global procurement Initiatives and manage the localization initiatives of VTZA. * Manage the identification and evaluation of suitable vendors in accordance with VTZA procurement policy. * Lead and control the purchasing functions by coordinating with the purchasing team and internal customers. Primary Duties ================== * Source spares, materials, services, engineering supplies and sub\-assemblies for projects from new and/or existing suppliers locally. * Negotiate local supplier quality, price, delivery and quantity , optimising economies of scale. * Initiate, create, negotiate and implement agreements/contracts as required so as to secure best commercial advantage and ensure continuity of supply. * Make purchase recommendations/decisions based on demand. * Process purchase orders within ERP system(Navision). * Monitor, communicate and update delivery status of orders within Navision system and ensure internal customers are able to view the information. * Conduct annual and other price increases reviews/audits with suppliers i.e. no automatic price increases accepted. * Promote procurement from direct suppliers i.e. cut out middleman where possible. * Ensure return of incorrect/oversupplied items in accordance with VTZA return policy. * Ensure purchase order traceability within Navision or Business Central system. * Initiate purchase orders for outworks and expedite accordingly. * Lead inventory management initiatives and drive weekly/monthly control actions to ensure optimal stock levels. * Ensure a demand\-driven supply chain through effective MRP planning and Just\-in\-Time (JIT) deliveries to support optimal inventory management. Supplier Management and Evaluation of Suppliers --------------------------------------------------- * Evaluate suppliers in accordance with VTZA procurement policy. * Ensure feedback to supplier regarding findings and areas for improvement identified. * Ensure follow up on areas for improvement. * Continuously ensure that alternate suppliers are sourced with improved BEE ratings, better pricing. better delivery. * Coordinate trials with possible new suppliers to ensure quality of goods and service. * Ensure that BEE target requirements (Procurement spend, ED/SED etc.) are met monthly. * Monitor on time delivery from suppliers and ensure 92% on time delivery. * Ensure documentation of drawings issued to suppliers and drawing registers are kept up to date. * Setting up and renewal of service level agreements and contracts with suppliers. * Monitor supplier conformance to their quality systems and procedures. Ensure necessary certificates are obtained from suppliers for quality control. * Lead, develop, and manage the VTZA Procurement Team to achieve operational excellence, strategic objectives, continuous improvement, and high levels of stakeholder satisfaction. * Ensure compliance in line with Voith Purchasing Manual and VTZA and Voith approved Signature Mandate requirements. * Represent Procurement in cross\-functional meetings across Sales, Production, Finance, Logistics, Engineering, and Projects. * Lead the resolution of supply chain and supplier issues with internal and external stakeholders. * Prepare and present monthly procurement reports covering spend, inventory, supplier performance, and cost savings ( Spent Analysis, S\-OTIF, Inventory management, cost savings, NCR rate etc..) * Leverage supplier expertise to support innovation, cost reduction, quality improvements, and problem\-solving. * Act as the technical liaison between Procurement and Engineering on specifications, drawings, and requirements. * Coordinate Procurement, Engineering, and Project activities to support timely project execution. * Conduct supplier assessments, audits, and evaluations to support development and risk management. * Communicate and update part number supersessions within the Navision / Business Central system. * Provide technical buying support during the absence of Commodity Buyers, Buyers, or Logistics personnel. * Initiate new vendor accounts and maintain complete and accurate supplier records. * Identify inspection\-required items and coordinate quality\-related activities with the Quality Manager. * 5\-8 years’ experience in \>R300M pa Procurement and Supply Chain Management, preferably in an engineering environment. * In depth knowledge of Import and export processes. * Previous experience with both foreign and local procurement. * Commercial contracts negotiation skills and experience with both foreign and local suppliers. * In\-depth and up to date Knowledge on MRP and MPS required. * Parts management and inventory optimization experience advantages. * Supplier development and B\-BBEE preferential procurement strategy. * Development and execution experience. * Leadership skills. * Communication and interpersonal skills. * Commercial and legal acumen. * Economic and market awareness. * Accuracy and attention to detail. * Data and information analysis. * Analytical, creative and Probelm solving \- ability to collect and analyze information, solve problem, and make decisions. * Planning and organizing. * Negotiating skills. Work Location: Witfield, GP, South Africa Availability: Full time

Qualifications ================== * Degree in Procurement or degree in Supply chain management \& Logistics. * Technical qualification in engineering: mechanical or industrial. Experience -------------- Key Skills: Procurement, Purchase Orders, Inventory Management Salary: Not disclosed