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| POSITION DESCRIPTION | TELECOMMUNICATIONS INDUSTRY MARCH 2009 |
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Purchasing/Procurement Team Leader |
| Position Code: | 420 | | Career Level: | 4 |
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Responsible for
Leading a team 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 Manager. |
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Supervises
Purchasing/Procurement Officers. |
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Main Activities
Selecting reliable sources of supply, engaging complimentary suppliers and working with key suppliers to improve value delivered to the organisation.
Preparing tenders and proposals and negotiating contracts.
Maintaining programs for vendor analysis and cost reduction thereby improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the procurement process.
Monitoring suppliers and coordinating the organisation's inventory control activities to ensure that accurate quantities of stocks are purchased at the correct price and delivered within specified timeframes.
Conducting technical, business and process analysis, identifying areas for process improvement and providing advice to Senior Management.
Participating in developing, piloting, testing and implementing procurement tools.
Supervising a team of Purchasing/Procurement Officers on a daily basis.
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Key Skills
Specialised knowledge of procurement concepts, processes, activities and trends.
Negotiation skills.
Advanced analytical interpretation and problem-solving skills.
Ability to provide technical leadership, coupled with leadership skills.
Communication, change management and customer service skills.
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Internal Contacts
All Departments. |
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External Contacts
Major Suppliers, Sales Representatives and Major Customers. |
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Typical Experience
At least 5 - 8 years of experience in Purchasing/Procurement, coupled with relevant Purchasing/Procurement qualifications. |
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Other Comments
Alternate title: Sourcing Team Leader, Buying Team Leader. |
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