Summary
Date Posted: Saturday, May 13 2023, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
The position reports to the Purchasing Manager. The incumbent will be required to source suitable and reputable suppliers to ensure high quality goods and services are procured for the organization economically and timely.

Responsibilities
• Actively manage and drive effective local procurement and continuous optimization to support the strategy of increased contract buying.
• Manage day-to-day buying and related planning.
• Manage and execute buying process for off-contract transactions.
• Input accurate data into the ERP system to enable reliable reporting and analysis.
• Source local purchases and ensure the local application of contracts.
• Implement and monitor continuous improvement practises
• Communicate with line managers and suppliers to ensure Procurement expectations are being met.
• Provide support and coaching to end-users where required.
• Manage supplier performance management for non-contracted vendors.
• Build a network/database of reliable suppliers based on specific business needs.
• Work with line managers to gather performance data to manage the quality of service with established vendors.
• Negotiate favourable terms and conditions with vendor.
• Support implementation of strategies to achieve local targets and facilitate meeting targets.
• Ensure buying process is procedurally compliant and documentation for audit and SHERQ purposes are available.
• Promote and adhere to Illovo’s procedures, policies and guidelines, including, without limitation, those relating to SHERQ, Competition Law and Anti-Bribery and Corruption (ABC)

Minimum specifications / Requirements areas
• Full Grade 12 Certificate
• Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Transport/Logistics Management, Business Administration/Management or equivalent. BSc/BA Degree will be an added advantage
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in similar role
• Technical knowledge and understanding of Procurement processes and supply chain management.
• Ability to engage, manage, and partner with stakeholders at all levels.
• Member of Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply (ZIPS)

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: Associate Degree

Job application procedure
Should you be interested in applying for this role, please submit your detailed CV, copies of relevant qualifications, registrations and ID/Passport for the attention of HR Business Partner: Nakambala Email: careers@zamsugar.zm  clearly stating the position applied for in the subject line.
Closing date for applications: 22 May 2023.
Applicants may be required to complete pre-employment checks (qualification, credit, security, background, and medical assessments) as part of the recruitment process where applicable.



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