Tiger Brands is Africa’s largest listed manufacturer of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), primarily focused on branded food, beverages, and home/personal care products. The company is headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa, and has been in business for over 100 years. Tiger Brands manufactures, markets, and distributes a wide variety of everyday products. Their core business targets the South African market and has a presence in other African countries and Chile. The company is publicly traded on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) and is currently undergoing a strategic portfolio optimization to focus on core operations.

THE JOB AT A GLANCE

• You are responsible for developing and executing the sourcing strategy for your respective commodities and ensuring delivery of the best procurement value and mitigation of supply risks.
• You will establish a distinctive competency and understanding of the commodities and Tiger Brands’ business needs and continuously identify new procurement value opportunities in line with the Commodity Strategies.
• You will deliver cost savings projects focused on Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) optimization whilst ensuring a healthy relationship with suppliers and business.
• You will also lead a team of sourcing specialists to support you in the execution of the strategy.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Developing and executing the sourcing strategy of the respective commodity
• In depth technical reports, proposals or project briefs affecting one or more business units
• Explanation of complex products, services or concepts to internal or external customers or clients
• Negotiation with customers or suppliers over price, contracts or services
• Written proposals or presentations aimed at changing practices within or across business units or selling a product or service to external clients
• Compile procurement mandates and motivations for approval of contract awards to Exco level
• Influences or changes specific administrative or operational practices affecting more than one department/team/BU

WHAT YOU WILL BE MEASURED ON

• Streamlined, efficient processes
• Professional service delivery

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE

Key attributes and competencies

• Service management skills – ability to manage various service providers and drive efficiency
• Pragmatism – with an ability to think conceptually while maintaining a cost-conscious and practical approach to using time and resources
• Self-management – with attention to detail and strong ability to execute and follow-through

Experience

• Bachelor’s or equivalent 3-year degree.
• 8+ years’ experience procurement