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Head of Procurement

Industry: Insurance / Job Expires: 2022-09-22 07:23:19 / Location: Gauteng

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Purpose

The role is part of the procurement team with primary role as procurement- governance, legislation and compliance management duties. Working in close contact with the Procurement team and internal Stakeholders. 

Minimum requirements 

  • A tertiary 3-year Diploma/ Degree (Commerce/ Supply Chain/ Business) or related procurement qualification.
  • Related Postgraduate qualification advantageous.
  • MCIPS certification an added advantage. 
  • 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.

Main duties

  • Contribute towards the development of company’s strategic plans. 
  • Compile and present departmental strategy for Exco review and input into broader organisational strategy. 
  • Monitor all procurement activities. 
  • Market analysis plus total supplier base management. 
  • Report to the executive management team.
  • 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.
  • Promote transformation through procurement best practices and policies e.g., B-BBEE and PPPFA
  • Budgeting and financial responsibilities
  • People Management

Key competencies

  • Leadership for Impact (Direct and Virtual) 
  • Risk management 
  • Public Sector industry
  • Proven track record of managing a team of at least 5 -10.
  • Management of Strategic Resources 
  • Business Acumen

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To apply, please send your CV to roman@heitha.co.za .

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard from us in 4 weeks, consider your application unsuccessful.

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