Job Description
Devising and using fruitful procurement and sourcing strategies
Discovering profitable suppliers and initiating procurement partnerships
Negotiating with external vendors to secure advantageous terms
Approve the ordering of necessary goods and services
Finalize purchase details of orders and deliveries
Collaborate with the managing director to ensure clarity of the specifications and expectations of the company
Conduct research to source the best products and suppliers in terms of best value, delivery schedules and quality
Build and maintain good relationships with new and existing suppliers
Liaise between suppliers, manufacturers, internal teams such as supply chain, planning, marketing, IT and sales, and customers
Develop strategies to make sure that cost savings and supplier performance targets are met – or exceeded
Ensure the security and sustainability of sources of essential products and services
Foresee alterations in the comparative negotiating ability of suppliers and clients
Control spend and build a culture of long-term saving on procurement costs
Forecast levels of demand for services and products
Forecast price trends and their impact on future activities
Give presentations about market analysis and possible growth
Develop and implement a procurement strategy
Ensure suppliers are aware of business objectives
Attend meetings and trade conferences
Keep up to date with trends and innovations, regulations and new technology that can impact on the business
Any other duty as assigned by your manager/managing director.

Requirements
Candidates should possess a B.Eng / BSc qualification with 3 – 10 years of work experience.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications to: hr2@compovine.com using the Job Position as the subject of the email.