Packaging Lead/Category Management (FMCG or Manufacturing) - Umhlanga, KZN or Remotely - R1.2 Mil-R1.5 Mil per annum CTC

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Packaging Lead/Category Management (FMCG or Manufacturing) - Umhlanga, KZN or Remotely - R1.2 Mil-R1.5 Mil per annum CTC

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Packaging Lead/Category Management (FMCG or Manufacturing) - Umhlanga, KZN or Remotely - R1.2 Mil-R1.5 Mil per annum CTC

(Basic Salary, Medical Aid, Provident Fund, Car Allowance)

The Packaging Lead will be responsible for identifying and implementing cost reduction opportunities within the Packaging category. This role supports all countries of operation, and includes regional travel.

Requirements:

Relevant 3-year degree or equivalent (Procurement, B Com, Engineering, BSc or similar)

7-10 years Category Management/Supply Chain management/Procurement experience

3-5+ years’ experience in developing and implementing strategies in the Packaging Category

Working knowledge of the global packaging markets and the manufacturing processes

Strong understanding of the input material and composition of packaging materials

Ability to think strategically to identify potential risks and opportunities across the company’s operations

Sound track record in successfully managing suppliers

Proven ability to effectively manage and negotiate contracts

Highly developed interpersonal and relationship building skills

Credibility and confidence to engage with, and influence, stakeholders at all levels

Strategic thinking & cross functional integration

Excellent presentation and reporting skills

Strong MS Office Skills

Willingness to travel to suppliers and into all areas of company’s operations, both within and outside South Africa.

Key Performances:

Utilises company’s Category Management process to continuously refine global and regional strategies across the Packaging category

Monitors changes to the internal business needs and strategy

Strategically manages supplier relationships, maximizes value and grows long term relationships

Understands the external supply market drivers

Identifies and implements cost reduction opportunities within Packaging based on the outcome of a spend analysis

Interfaces with business leaders and leads cross-functional teams to execute and deliver aligned end-to-end Packaging strategies

Integrates Packaging strategies with business strategy and deploys activities required to execute the category and supplier strategy

Drives communication and project plans to ensure effective delivery of savings and other deliverables against the Packaging strategy

Leads performance reviews with key suppliers and internal stakeholders to evaluate supplier performance and make recommendations to address issues and exploit opportunities

Establishes systems and procedures to ensure and enhance overall supplier performance

Develops and prioritises an auditing schedule to ensure that designated suppliers are audited on a regular basis

Initiates and leads cross-functional efforts to achieve standardization, substitute or eliminate components

Applies a total cost of ownership (TCO) mindset and system-based approach to identifying value and mapping the opportunities on a risk vs complexity scale

Develops innovative Packaging strategies and programs that result in continuous cost/price reductions and support overall supply requirements

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