Job Description

Our client in the Southern Suburbs is looking for a Procurement Manager to join their team. This role will assist in developing and implementing procurement strategies as well as oversee budget management among many other things.
Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement procurement strategies in line with the organization's needs for furnishings (FF&E), decor, building finishes, and architectural materials.
• Market research on furniture, fixtures, equipment, and finishing materials, identifying cost-effective and sustainable options.
• Establish a long-term supplier strategies, including the evaluation of preferred vendors for FF&E, risk assessments, and contingency planning.
• Identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers for FF&E, decor items, and finishing materials, ensuring they meet the standards.
• Negotiate and manage contracts focusing on cost-effectiveness, lead times, and product durability/quality.
• Implement supplier performance evaluation system, measuring metrics such as quality, timeliness, compliance, and pricing consistency.
• Uphold sourcing, supplier diversity, and sustainability policies,
• Exploring eco-friendly and responsibly sourced furnishings where possible.
• Oversee and monitor procurement budgets across multiple projects involving decor, FF&E, and architectural finishes, ensuring strict cost controls and adherence to financial targets.
• Develop and utilize forecasting models for both fixed and variable expenses, particularly for high-value FF&E acquisitions.
• Collaborate with Finance to maintain transparency in spend, resolve discrepancies promptly, and generate periodic financial reports.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with internal policies, building codes, and any relevant local or international regulations (e.g., OSHA, LEED, WELL).
• Establish risk mitigation strategies, including alternative sourcing for FF&E or finishes to address supply chain disruptions or commodity price fluctuations.
• Maintain audit-ready documentation for all procurement transactions, complying with corporate governance and external auditing standards.
• Collaborate closely with the teams to align procurement strategies with project timelines, design aesthetics, and FF&E schedules.
• Adapt procurement plans based on scope changes or evolving interior design requirements, with particular attention to long-lead FF&E items.
• Coordinate with the other departments to ensure seamless project execution and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Oversee the effective use of procurement software and ERP systems, ensuring real-time visibility into the supply chain for furnishings, decor, and finishes.
• Process improvements by integrating data analytics, e-procurement platforms, and performance dashboards for transparent, efficient decision making.
• Track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as cost savings, supplier performance, quality metrics, and on-time delivery across FF&E, decor, and architectural materials.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a procurement team with knowledge in decor and FF&E sourcing, in addition to building materials and finishes.
• Conduct performance reviews, set clear objectives, and facilitate training in best practices for FF&E and broader procurement.
• Collaboration and knowledge-sharing to refine procurement strategies and operational effectiveness.
• Prepare and present comprehensive procurement reports to senior management, detailing achievements, challenges, and potential areas for improvement in FF&E, decor, and finishes sourcing.
• Procurement trends analysis
• Propose policy updates and process refinements

Requirements:

• At least 5 years relevant experience.
• Bachelors degree in supply chain management or a relevant field.
• Fully bilingual (Afrikaans and English)
• Driver's License.
• Ability to negotiate and handle heavy loads.
• Proficient in procurement software (SAP).
• Computer literate.
• The ability to work under pressure.
• Experience with budgets, financial forecasting and cost optimization.
• An understanding of regulatory requirements.
• Ability to lead a team.
• Knowledge of eco-friendly products.

To apply, please send your CV with your salary expectations to
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive feedback within 48 hours, please accept your application as unsuccessful.
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