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in Tanzania 2019: New Job at Vodacom Tanzania, Head: Supply Chain Management | Deadline: 30th June, 2019
AJIRA TANZANIA 2019 / NAFASI ZA KAZI 2019
Head: Supply Chain Management - VTFN022
Job Type : Full-time
Employment Type : Permanent
Closing Date : 30-Jun-19, 11:59:00 PM
Role purpose:
Head of SCM is responsible for the sourcing of materials, goods and
services for the company in line with company goals and objectives
particularly as stated in company strategic and operating plans. By
working in close collaboration with senior management this individual
must achieve excellence in procurement resulting in both a high quality
of service and maximize saving potential enterprise wide. The role will
also include the implementation of the Vodafone ‘One SCM’ principles and
mandates as well as establishing very good working relationships
between Vodacom Tanzania and Vodacom South Africa and Vodafone
Procurement Company (VPC). The role also include
Key accountabilities:
• Identify, plan and develop strategies and activities to support
current and future internal and external procurement needs for each
defined product category. Ensure the current and future availability of
products and services in line with agreed Company requirements by
establishing effective purchasing practice.
• Driving procurement
practice through RFP/RFQ processes and in line with Company Procurement
Policy, from initial negotiation through to final contract. To redefine
Company procurement practice in line with Company requirements as the
dynamics of the business change through constantly auditing purchasing
procedures.
• Ability to interact with senior management both
internally in order to scope requirements, and externally to negotiate
the best contractual conditions for the Company. To increase margins
through the lowering of costs on existing contracts, and or identifying
alternative procurement.
• Prepare various monthly, quarterly and annual reports on purchasing operations in line with company requirements.
• Regular review of the Procure-To-Pay processes to ensure the process is streamlined.
• Measuring supplier performance on a regular basis.
• Manage the implementation of the Vodafone ‘One SCM’ mandate throughout the company.
• Manage all Company Suppliers on an operational level through personal
interaction with suppliers and support to Procurement Category
Managers.
• Assist and Work alongside Legal in the Development and agreement of Supplier contracts for Goods and Services.
• Ensures that all purchasing operations are performed with the utmost
honesty and integrity and that business is transacted with trustworthy
organisations.
• Keep fully informed on the financial performance of
the Company, maintain regular interaction with finance to assist in
reconciling areas within procurements responsibility, ensure suppliers
are paid in line with agreed terms, and identify any area of potential
cost saving and overspend.
• Manage the supply chain process from
suppliers through to final delivery to Vodacom Tanzania and the
distribution of the goods to regional warehouses, sites, regional
distribution centers and depots.
• Responsible for all importation
documentation, and the physical clearing and forwarding of materials,
goods and services and distribution thereof, warehousing and accounting
thereof for the company in line with company goals and objectives.
•
Coordinate the activities of personnel in the Supply Chain division
recommending measures to improve performance and increase efficiency.
• Ensure that Vodacom Tanzania Procurement Policy and Procedures are followed at all times and the DOA is adhered to.
• Recommend or initiate personnel action such as recruitment,
promotions, disciplinary measures, training of current and new
employees.
• Compile and Manage a Departmental Budget.
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Core competencies, knowledge and experience
• At least three years’ experience in the running of purchasing
functions preferably in a corporate multinational environment and within
FMCG and Services.
• Total Commercial Work Experience of ten years, of which five to have been at a senior Level.
• Knowledge of the purchasing cycle, including negotiations, conditions of contract and supply, tendering practices etc.
• Excellent level of computer literacy conversant with Microsoft Word,
Excel, Project and Powerpoint. Experience with purchasing software or
any Major ERP system is also a requirement.
• Ability to apply accounting systems as related to Procurement.
• A General understanding of all aspects of supply chain management.
• Excellent analytical skills coupled with visionary planning capabilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills and customer orientated approach.
• Fluency in English and ability to interact with other team members across all Levels of the Company.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to assume responsibility for accuracy and timeliness of work product
• Ability to manage staff as well as facilitate change.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Must be able to work in a demanding and dynamic environment.
MODE OF APPLICATION: APPLY ONLINE
Technical/professional qualifications:
• University graduate with a degree in Materials Management or related
field. Candidates with general business, commercial degrees may also be
considered.Technical/professional qualifications:
• Registered member of the National Board of Materials Management.
• Working knowledge of statutory procurement standards and guidelines.
• Working knowledge of logistics and warehouse management.
