Head - Procurement - Cotton Industry
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with the organisation's overall objectives and goals.
- Analyse market trends, supply chain risks and opportunities to optimise procurement processes.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their needs and align procurement activities accordingly.
- Oversee the end-to-end procurement process, including requisition, sourcing, evaluation, negotiation and contract management.
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, policies and ethical standards in all procurement activities.
- Identify potential cost-saving opportunities and implement cost-effective purchasing practices.
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, conducting supplier evaluations and performance reviews.
- Conduct supplier audits and monitor supplier performance to ensure quality and delivery standards are met.
- Negotiate favorable terms, conditions and prices with suppliers to secure advantageous agreements.
- Lead and manage the procurement team, providing guidance, training and performance feedback.
- Foster a collaborative and efficient working environment, encouraging innovation and continuous improvement.
- Allocate resources effectively to meet procurement objectives and deadlines.
- Identify and mitigate potential risks in the supply chain, ensuring continuity of supply and minimizing disruptions.
- Implement risk management strategies to address supplier dependencies and geopolitical uncertainties.
- Develop contingency plans for critical supplies and maintain robust disaster recovery measures.
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