Procurement Executive

SUMMARY:
Procurement Executive required for our exceptionally well-established, long-standing steel merchandiser, distributor and manufacturer providing product and value-added services to various industries (including construction, manufacturing, mining and transport).  A minimum of 7 to 10 years’ experience in a senior, similar role in the steel industry with relevant bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study are both requirements.

POSITION INFO:
JOB PROFILE:

• Responsible for developing and implementing procurement policies. Direct and guide group procurement within the organization to make procurement policies and procedures more efficient and effective overall.
• Lead with insight. Treat every vendor interaction, contract negotiation, and purchase analysis as a strategic opportunity to strengthen our supply chain.
• The role focuses on growing sales of steel products, managing key customer and supplier relationships, and ensuring targets are consistently achieved.

• Cost Savings: Total cost savings achieved through procurement activities compared to the budget or baseline.
• Spend Under Management: Percentage of total spend that is actively managed and controlled by the procurement department.
• Supplier Performance: Supplier performance quality due to constant evaluation and positive supplier relations.
• Contract Compliance: Monitor and ensure compliance to contract terms and conditions.
• Procurement Cycle Time: Average time it takes to complete the procurement process.
• Supplier Diversity: Maintain and manage supplier diversity to promote inclusivity and resilience in the supply chain.
• Procurement ROI: The return on investment (ROI) for procurement activities.
• Sourcing Strategy Effectiveness: The effectiveness of sourcing strategies in achieving cost savings and value for the organization.
• Contract Management Effectiveness: Effectiveness of contract management and maintenance practices.
• Risk Management: Measure the identification, assessment, and minimization or avoidance of risks in procurement activities.

• Bachelor’s degree in business management or relevant field.
• Previous experience in the field with at least 7-10 years in a senior managerial role in the Steel Industry.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent and firm leadership and management skills.
• Extensive field knowledge of procurement.
• Ability to direct others according to company standards.
• Excellent multitasking and organizational skills.