Junior Procurement Manager (Telecommunications)

SUMMARY:
Responsible for analysing market trends and competitor pricing to develop and implement pricing strategies that are competitive and profitable. This position requires strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to acquire and confirm Supplier Access and Internet pricing.

• We are looking for university graduates / or students with NQF5 diplomas who want to go into supply chain as future Partner Relations Managers

POSITION INFO:
Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:

• Matric Certificate
• BComm/Diploma would be preferable.

• 2 years related experience.

• Knowledge of telecommunication suppliers in Africa would be advantageous.
• Prepared to work overtime, if required.

• Obtain pricing from supplier and partners for all pricing requests.
• Conduct pricing analysis and monitor market trends to ensure that the is competitive and profitable.
• Timeous and accurate processing of all requests.
• Supply accurate pricing and feedback to sales request.
• Escalate all outstanding pricing requests to PRM (24-hour delay).

• Maintain supplier details within system.
• Maintain supplier inventory and pricing per invoice on system.
• Supplier escalation Matrix up to date for all suppliers.
• Maintain supplier contact details for cancelations.

• Maintain regular and constant contact with suppliers and partners, to grow and develop the relationship.
• Ensure up to date knowledge of products and services offered by suppliers.
• Remain knowledgeable and updated of key developments within the telecoms sector in all countries and regions.
• Interact with Partner Relationship Managers and Commercial Managers, on pricing related issues.

• Develop working knowledge of mediums available and new technologies being deployed per country.

• Partner Relations Manager’s
• Finance
• Procurement
• Operations
• Sales
• Project Managers
• Quality Assurance
• Contract Manager

• Global Suppliers / Partners

• Knowledge of pricing in the telecommunications industry, Globally

• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Good negotiation skills
• Intermediate Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Strong numerical skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Communication skills (verbal & written)
• Inter-personal skills
• Problem solving skills
• Negotiation skills
• Analytical thinking
• Organized and self-motivated
• Objective and assertive

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