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| POSITION DESCRIPTION | TELECOMMUNICATIONS INDUSTRY MARCH 2009 |
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Purchasing/Procurement Manager |
| Position Code: | 410 | | Career Level: | 5 |
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Responsible for
Managing team/s of Purchasing/Procurement Officers to ensure that goods and services are procured according to specified quantity, quality and cost requirements, and delivered within given timeframes. |
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Reports To
Purchasing/Procurement Director or Corporate Logistics Manager/Director. |
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Supervises
Purchasing/Procurement Team Leaders, Purchasing/Procurement Officers. |
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Main Activities
Contributing to and implementing the organisation's strategic Purchasing/Procurement plan in line with overall business performance goals.
Selecting reliable sources of supply, engaging complimentary suppliers and working with key suppliers to improve value delivered to the organisation.
Overseeing the preparation of tenders, proposals and the negotiation of contracts.
Maintaining programs for vendor analysis and cost reduction thereby improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the Procurement process.
Monitoring suppliers and overseeing inventory control activities to ensure that accurate quantities of stock are purchased at the correct price within specified timeframes.
Conducting technical, business and process analysis, identifying areas for process improvement and providing advice to Senior Management.
Developing, piloting, testing and implementing procurement tools.
Managing team/s of Purchasing/Procurement Officers.
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Key Skills
Specialist knowledge of procurement concepts, processes, activities and trends.
Negotiation skills.
Advanced analytical interpretation and problem-solving skills.
Ability to provide technical leadership, coupled with people and project management skills.
Business, communication, change management and customer service skills.
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Internal Contacts
All Departments. |
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External Contacts
Major Suppliers, Major Customers. |
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Typical Experience
8 - 10 years of experience in Purchasing/Procurement, coupled with relevant Purchasing/Procurement qualifications. |
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Other Comments
Alternate title: Sourcing Manager, Buying Manager. |
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