Head - Purchase

Strategy and Development :

Overall responsibility for Purchasing and Cost Estimating activities across the business

Create and implement best practice purchasing vision, strategy, policies, processes and procedures to aid and improve business performance

Contribute to overall business strategy and annual budget process

Take ownership of the purchasing policy, guidelines and any associated documents

Initiate and develop creative and innovative procurement processes. 100% SOP's in writing and system driven

Financial Budget and Control :

Prepare the annual Purchasing budget and forecasts and all Capital Expenditure proposals as well as ensuring compliance with customer and legal requirements.

Manage the budget from identification to completion of projects 100% in line to budget and overall 5% net cost reduction of all regular purchase

Vendor Management :

Responsible for managing relationships and negotiating with key suppliers at a senior and strategic level

Negotiate contract terms with key suppliers to ensure value for money, quality standards and delivery terms with technical and operational input from stakeholders if appropriate

Craft negotiation strategies and close deals with optimal terms 100% SSI (Supplier Satisfaction Index) and adding new supplier

Team Management :

Set department objectives and monitor ongoing progress and performance

Responsible for developing the appropriate organizational structure, resource plans and culture to support the business objectives and customer deliverables Increasing Capability and productivity of all team members