Product & Procurement Manager

SUMMARY:
Our client in the Industrial Supplies and Engineering Equipment industry, is looking to employ a passionate and driven Product & Procurement Manager to join their team based in Vereeniging, Gauteng. 

POSITION INFO:
Requirements: Matric or equivalent. Technical diploma (N-Dip, trade or engineering) preferred Hydraulic \/ fluid power training beneficial. At least 3 years in a technical sales, branch or procurement role. Meets the education, hydraulics and systems requirements. At least 5 years' experience in a product management, category management or procurement role. Experience in industrial tooling, hydraulics or technical wholesale \/ distribution. Skills & Knowledge SAP Business One (operational proficiency). QlikView (dashboards and reporting). Netstock (forecasting and replenishment). Practical use of AI tools for analysis, forecasting and content. Procurement planning and supplier performance management Product-line P&L: GP %, contribution margin, landed cost, forex. Pricing, margin and rebate structures. Hydraulics Knowledge High-pressure (700 bar) principles: pressure, force, flow, tonnage. Cylinders, pumps, valves, hoses, couplers and fittings. Torque wrenches and bolt tensioners; lifting and pressing applications. Hydraulic safety standards and testing. Responsibilities but not limited to: Manage product strategy, pricing, profitability, and range performance. Manage procurement, supplier sourcing and commercial negotiations. Lead development and management of the brand. Manage suppliers, stock levels, sourcing, and commercial terms. Maintain accurate product, procurement and supplier data, systems, dashboards, and analytics. Support product marketing, branch training, and technical sales needs. Please note: If you do not receive a response within 2 weeks of submitting your application, please consider your application unsuccessful.