City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
A seasoned professional is offering a 20-year track record of success developing and implementing procurement and sourcing strategies while successfully minimising procurement expenses. Demonstrate expertise in the implementation of various new ideas and business models to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness. Possess strong, communication, problem resolution and team leadership skills coupled with the ability to drive successful procurement executions. Proficient in developing and maintaining long-term Supplier relationships and successfully negotiating contracts in order to drive strategy while achieving company objectives.
Contract completed
• Devising effective sourcing strategies. • Sourcing Suppliers and initiating new business partnerships. • Approving the ordering of necessary goods and services. • Performing risk management for supply contracts and agreements. • Overseeing daily stock requirements of twenty two Hotels across the country. • Managing tender processes. • Developing and implanting new business models, i.e. housekeeping and food and beverage offerings. • Managing capital expenditure (CAPEX) budgets as well as refurbishment projects. • Reviewing all contracts and category spend in order to effectively manage expenses at each Hotel. • Assessing and implementing company procurement policies and procedures.
• Successfully managing Procurement department operations. • Overseeing strategy, budgeting and performance within the region. • Managing production processes and operations. • Compiling accurate progress reports and presenting findings to both the Country Management team and Group Procurement Management based in Paris.