Procurement Manager

Game Reserve in the Montagu area is looking for a Procurement Manager. The Procurement Manager is responsible for assisting Reserve and Hospitality Management with developing the strategic direction and annual plans for Procurement operations. The Procurement Manager works closely with the Heads of Department to ensure the implementation of plans and successful execution of the Procurement function. This includes the supporting budgets, supplier agreements, supply logistics, manning needs and OPEX requirements.

The role creates the systems and conditions that enable operations to provide guests with an outstanding service and product that is of exceptional quality, efficiency, safety and is responsive to individual needs. The role assists in preparing menu costings in coordination with the Head Chef and General Manager.

The Procurement Manager monitors the performance of Procurement operations, ensuring that the Procurement team continuously develops and displays at all times the level of competence, professionalism, excellence, protocol and etiquette that is expected at a 5* Hospitality and Conservation property.

**Requirements**:

- Formal Procurement Management qualification
- Bachelor’s degree and/or diploma in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics or other related fields
- At least 3 - 5 years of experience in a procurement management role
- Demonstrated previous experience in a luxury Food & Beverage or accommodation environment
- SAGE 200 (Evolution) experience would be preferred
- Ability to develop strategic direction for the Procurement function to support organisational aims
- Ability to recognise and negotiate a better price opportunity
- Ability to influence senior leadership teams
- Ability to implement change and support people through times of transition
- Ability to oversee and simultaneously pay attention to a number of demands
- Proven ability to lead others
- High levels of verbal and numerical ability
- Ability to correctly communicate detailed information and instruction to others
- Ability to negotiate effectively to secure the most advantageous Procurement agreements
- Experienced in selecting, motivating and guiding team members
- Experienced in preparing organisation wide annual plans including budgets and monitoring financial performance
- Competent in correctly developing and ensuring policies, processes and standards are implemented and applied across the Procurement function
- Ability to analyse and improve Procurement operational effectiveness and efficiencies
- Ability to monitor and ensure compliance with health, safety, security and other legal requirements across Procurement operations