Purchasing Manager

SUMMARY OF THE ROLE We are looking to employ highly motivated, analytical and detail orientated Purchasing Manager to lead and manage Operational Purchasing to ensure optimal inventory and availability of Direct and Indirect materials, Purchased Finished Goods, and/or Direct Packaging Materials, based on Group Purchasings regional and global agreements. This position is based in Blackheath, Cape Town and reports to the Operations Manager. Responsibilities:

• Lead the local function in line with Leadership Expectations and tools to develop, coach, and guide its members to ensure a workforce that is competent, engaged, and enabled to meet Jotuns current and future needs.
• Facilitate cross-functional cooperation and ensure optimal Raw Materials/ Purchased Finished Goods /Direct Packaging Materials planning and execution and that all these are ordered in line with price agreements and allocations given by Group Purchasing category managers.
• Communicate with GP category managers regarding Raw Materials/ Purchased Finished Goods /Direct Packaging Materials requirements, supplier performance, shortages, non-conformances and follow up Raw Material orders, communicating issues as needed.
• Evaluate optimal logistics solution, considering packaging type and size, lot size, use of distributors, transport, local customs regulations, local laws, etc., for all RMs and communicate the findings to relevant GP category managers.
• Support GP category managers in identifying potential local suppliers and maintaining existing relationships (including supplier audits and participation in supplier meetings on request from GP category managers)
• Ensure supplier invoice control is carried out in line with company guidelines, relevant customs regulations and procedures are followed and facilitated, and all supplier invoices are paid within the due date.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR AND WHAT WE OFFER Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree or equivalent
• Purchasing qualification advantageous
• 4-6 years experience in similar position specializing in Imports
• Chemical industry experience advantageous
• Working knowledge of INCOTERMS
• Advanced MS Office, Excel, Pivot Table, Vlook Up, ERP systems (SAP, IFS, etc) is a must.
• Fluent in in English & Afrikaans (written and verbal)

The ideal candidate will:

• Builds a useful network of contacts and relationships and utilizes it to achieve objectives
• Demonstrates specialist knowledge and expertise in own area; participates in continuous professional development
• Communicates in a clear, precise and structured way; speaks with authority and conviction; presents effectively
• Adhere to company rules and procedures; execute plans with commitment and determination; achieves high quality results
• Use a methodical and systematic approach; plan ahead, define clear priorities and allocate resources effectively
• Co-operates well with others; shares knowledge, experience and information; supports others in the pursuit of team goals.

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Continuous learning opportunities and training activities through on-the-job training and our in-house learning.
• Career development opportunities across multiple disciplines and geographies.
• Leaders who focus on engaging and enabling their team, proven by consistently high employee feedback scores.
• A supportive and inclusive company culture where you can be your authentic self.

POSITION INFORMATION Company: Jotun Paints South Africa (Pty) Ltd. Contract Type: Regular Time Type: Full time CLOSING DATE (dd.mm.yyyy): 13.03.2025 WHO WE ARE Jotuns story in the MEIA region (Middle East, India and Africa) began in 1962, and has grown to include 18 legal entities committed to achieving success and growth of the Jotun Group. Throughout our history, we have focused on providing our employees with meaningful and challenging work, rewarding them through continued learning and development, underpinned by our values of Loyalty, Care, Respect and Boldness. Jotun Paints South Africa (Pty) Ltd., established in 1995, is one of the key markets within the MEIA region. With a production facility, 2 warehouses and a rapidly growing team, we aim to further strengthen Jotuns position in South Africa through ambitious market growth plans that focus on innovation, efficiency and profitability. Visit our Career Page to know more about life at Jotun. Jotuns company culture welcomes and values differences in people. Our more than 10,200 employees on all continents represent 90 nationalities, four generations and diversity of professions, gender, abilities, ethnicities, beliefs, cultures etc. We are committed to represent the societies we operate in, promoting equality, equity and zero-tolerance for discrimination. If you are applying to a position and require any additional support in the interview process, please let us know how we can accommodate this. If you think that this role is what you could be doing next, apply now!

Information :

• Company : Jotun Group
• Position : Purchasing Manager
• Location : Cape Town, Western Cape
• Country : ZA