Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, April 04 2023, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:

Q-Sourcing Limited trading as Q-Sourcing Servtec is a manpower management solutions firm operating in the East African Region in the countries of Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, and South Sudan.

On behalf of our client in the retail industry, we are looking for a competent, skilled, and experienced Category Sourcing Manager to work in Uganda.

JOB PURPOSE

The Category Sourcing Manager is responsible for coordinating with buyers as well as supporting purchases for the Company. The role holder is also responsible for assisting with selection and examining products that get to Supermarket shelves, in catalogues, and online.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Sourcing Strategy
• Implement effective strategies for sourcing goods and maintaining desired stock levels
• Research and review new products to meet company's goals
• Prepare and review purchase details of orders and deliveries
• Research and suggest new suppliers with long-term cost savings or quality improvement
• Implement methods to reduce shortages and overstocking through analysis of data and prepare control strategies

Tender and Negotiation
• Engage in souring the best quality products for competitive prices aligned with the organization’s objectives
• Manage the issuances of tenders and RFQs to the market in coordination with the relevant business users within the Company
• Implement negotiation strategies to secure profitable deals
• Stay abreast of shifts in the negotiating power of suppliers
• Develop a cost scenario analysis, and benchmarking for the sourcing function when required

Vendor Relationships
• Identify profitable suppliers and initiate partnerships
• Cultivate relationships with existing and future suppliers
• Develop and provide inputs on the risk evaluation of existing and future supply contracts
• Identify trustworthy vendors and suppliers to develop future partnerships with.
• Utilize network to expand supplier base and attend trade shows to identify new product trends and potential suppliers

Sourcing Optimization
• Develop reports on key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness
• Control spending and build a culture of long-term saving on procurement costs

Quality Control
• Follow all required policies and procedures related to quality assurance of sourced items
• Ensure regular supplier audits are implemented
• Oversee communication with suppliers on quality related issues and propose areas for improvement to ensure best quality products
• ·Report any action that might interfere with the proper functioning of the company

Coordination with Internal Stakeholders
• Communicate with Sales Development frequently to better understand the needs of the Company ·
• Develop database of key trends in consumer retail
• Communicate with relevant stakeholders to ensure clarity of the specifications and expectations of the sourcing function

Human Capital Responsibilities
• Assist with the implementation of the performance management process by setting objectives, monitoring performance, and provide constructive feedback and provide inputs to senior management
• Provide mentorship for the purpose of developing a continuous talent pipeline for key roles
• Provide inputs on training needs and coordinate with the HC department to ensure facilitation of training requirements
• Develop and implement on the job-training for the team
• Provide inputs for the development of annual manpower plan
• Ensure the implementation of the Company’s corporate policies and relevant procedures

Qualifications & Experience

Mandatory Requirements
• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics or Business Administration
• 4+ years of experience in a similar role
• 2+ years in retail

Skills
• Talent in negotiations and networking
• Strong people management skills
• Strong business communication and presentation skills
• Aptitude in decision-making and working with numbers
• Experience in collecting and analyzing data
• Strong leadership capabilities

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 48

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure

All candidates who meet the criteria outlined as above should submit their applications accompanied by a cover letter, cv, certificates and testimonials and 3 referees, under the job vacancy “QSSU-CRF-CSM-CATEGORY SOURCING MANAGER”

Note:

The deadline for applications is not later than 05:00 pm, Tuesday, 4th April 2023.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Q-SOURCING SERVTEC IS AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ANY SOLICITATION WILL LEAD TO DISQUALIFICATION.

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