Ensure purchasing policy, guidelines and any associated documents are in place and updated when required,
Utilise appropriate resources including Supplier Development to ensure appropriate supplier partnerships and delivery of sourced products,
Develop creative and innovative procurement processes (eProcurement),
Provide management reports and key performance data and monitor cost savings, Manage relationships with suppliers and select and develop new suppliers, Negotiate and manage contract terms with suppliers to ensure value for money, quality standards and delivery terms with technical and operational input from stakeholders and colleagues,
Work with suppliers and have a process in place to measure effective performance, quality and compliance.
Ensure professional and consistent supplier management is applied across the supply base in line with the purchasing policy.
Ensure parts are sourced in full and aligned to production schedules and customer requirements.
Observe and provide product market trend and pricing
Participate in cost-savings exercises and provide monthly report
To develop, identify and manage vendor performance
Maintain and update master product and price list
Negotiate with external vendors to secure the most advantageous terms for all items
Review, update, maintain purchase orders
Report non-conformances to supplier agreements and contracts
Recording purchase orders, contracts, and delivery records
Apply for and report procurement expenses
Apply for documentation and procedures of incoming and outgoing goods
Managing worksheets and files
Responsible for liaising, negotiating price and services with suppliers
