Join the client as Head of Procurement within the FMCG sector in South Africa. This role is responsible for leading and overseeing the entire procurement function, ensuring procurement strategy and execution support business objectives at scale while maintaining quality, cost efficiency, and reliable supply.
Key responsibilities include developing and implementing procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and negotiating contracts to secure favourable commercial terms. The role also monitors market trends to identify opportunities for cost savings and risk mitigation, ensures adherence to procurement policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, and collaborates with internal teams to forecast demand and manage inventory effectively.
The successful applicant will typically bring 10+ years of proven procurement experience within the FMCG sector, with strong negotiation and contract management skills and a solid understanding of supply chain operations and market dynamics. Leadership experience managing and motivating a procurement team is required, along with proficiency in procurement systems and data analysis, excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities, and a relevant bachelor’s degree or professional qualification in procurement, supply chain, or a related field.