Head Of Procurement (Beverage Company)

One of our clients is looking for a Head of Procurement with the details below:

Job Responsibilities

• Source and procure marketing collateral, including packaging materials, labels, point-of-sale materials, and advertising merchandise.
• Supplier Management:
• Procurement Strategy:
• Continuously evaluate and optimize procurement processes to achieve cost savings, quality improvement, and operational efficiency.
• Analyze market trends, identify potential suppliers, and establish strategic partnerships to ensure a robust and diverse supply chain.
• Source and manage the procurement of raw materials, such as ingredients, packaging materials, and chemicals, ensuring an uninterrupted supply to meet production demands.
• Ensure consistent branding and quality standards across all marketing and sales materials, while optimizing costs.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive procurement strategy aligned with the company's manufacturing and marketing objectives.
• Identify and mitigate potential supply chain risks, such as disruptions, price fluctuations, or quality issues, through effective risk management strategies.
• Supplier Diversity and Risk Management:
• Collaborate closely with the marketing and sales teams to understand branding and promotional material requirements.
• Monitor supplier compliance with ethical and sustainability standards, ensuring responsible sourcing practices.
• Raw Material Procurement:
• Conduct regular supplier evaluations, track their performance, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Branding Materials Procurement:
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, negotiate contracts, and manage performance to ensure consistent quality, on-time delivery, and competitive pricing.
• Develop and implement a supplier diversity program, promoting partnerships with diverse suppliers and fostering inclusivity in procurement practices.
• Collaborate with the engineering team to identify and procure equipment, machinery, and spare parts required for manufacturing operations.
• Monitor market trends, pricing, and quality of raw materials to make informed procurement decisions.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
• Excellent negotiation skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
• Strong knowledge of engineering equipment procurement, raw material sourcing, and branding material procurement for marketing and sales.
• Proven experience in procurement or supply chain management within the manufacturing industry, preferably in the beverage sector.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities, with the capacity to work cross-functionally with engineering, marketing, sales, and finance teams.
• Familiarity with sustainability and ethical sourcing practices.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to leverage data and market insights to drive procurement decisions.

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