Sourcing Manager: Capex and Energy Poc

**Sourcing Manager: CAPEX and Energy POC**:
**POSITION SNAPSHOT**:

- JobReq ID: 52362- Type of work: On site- Type of contract: Open-ended/permanent- Full/Part Time: Full time- Location: Brits, ZA:
**Sourcing Manager: CAPEX and Energy POC**

**Position Snapshot**
- Type of Contract: Permanent
- Full-time
- Location: Brits Plant, South Africa

In line with the “Bridgestone Essence”, our work environment is based on integrity and teamwork, where everyone can learn from each other and contribute with their own ideas in achieving the coming goals.

We want to hear from people who can take the challenge, unleash their creative potential and contribute to the company success demonstrating ownership, courage and agility. We want you to develop your skills, expand your knowledge and be proud of your work.

**Job Purpose**

We are looking for a Sourcing Manager to manage Capex and Energy POC reporting directly to the Head of Procurement.

**Responsibilities**:
**1. Strategic Sourcing and Tender Management**
- Development and execution of strategic sourcing strategy and plan for Capital Expenditure projects in alignment with company objectives and budgetary constraints.
- Conduct spend analysis and develop category and savings plans.
- Manage the end-to-end tender process.
- Ensure alignment with Bridgestone procurement policy, procedures, and regulatory

requirements ensuring adherence to ethical and sustainable sourcing practices.
- Monitor market trends, supplier capabilities, and industry best practices to identify opportunities for cost savings, process enhancements, and innovation.

**2. Savings Implementation**
- Deliver on the savings plan and track on results.
- Manage the sourcing process to ensure savings target is met.
- Understand and Manage TCO.
- Understanding of Incoterms, Exchange Rate, Forward Cover, etc.
- Negotiate and manage supplier Payment terms.

**3. Supplier Relationship Management**
- Manage Pricing negotiations and Price Locks with suppliers according to policy and procedures.
- Manage Supplier lead times and performance according to policy and procedures.
- Develop supplier KPIs with stakeholders and cross functional teams.
- Ensure supplier performs according to KPIs and expectations to drive continuous improvement and mitigate risk.

**4. Supplier Performance Management.**
- Identify and qualify potential suppliers/vendors for CAPEX-related goods and services, conducting comprehensive supplier evaluations and performance reviews.
- Coordinate and ensure monthly supplier meetings are taking place.
- Manage and Report back on supplier performance on a monthly basis.

**5. Stakeholder Management**
- Effective communication with Stakeholders.
- Manage effective cross functional teams throughout the sourcing process.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including Engineering, Operations, Finance, and Legal, to understand project requirements and ensure procurement needs are met effectively aligned with turnaround time.

**6. Contracts Management**
- Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing agreements with suppliers to optimize value, quality, and delivery timelines.
- Ensure suppliers have contracts/SLAs in place following sourcing activities.
- Ensure Contracts are tracked and reviewed as required.
- Manage the contracts register and update all stakeholders.
- Ensure effective and measurable KPIs are included in contracts.
- Conduct regular check-in meetings with the team to ensure they are engaged.

**Requirements**:

- Analytical Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Project Management Skills
- Strong and Effective Negotiations
- Stakeholder Management
- Customer satisfaction
- Supplier Management

**Education**:

- BCOM/ Degree in Procurement /Accounting/Engineering/Strategy/Logistics/Supply Chain Management is a requirement.
- CIPS/SAPICS qualification an advantage
- Project Management qualification an advantage
- Experience in Manufacturing, Automotive, Industrial industry an advantage
- Experience in strategic sourcing and tender management a requirement

**Experience**:

- Minimum of 5-7 Years’ experience in Procurement/ Logistics/Inventory Management
- Minimum of 5 Years’ experience in Capex and Energy POC sourcing
- Proven track record of delivering measurable cost savings, process improvements, and value-added solutions in Capex and Energy POC procurement
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements, industry standards, and best practices related to Capex and Energy POC procurement and supply chain management
- Proficiency in procurement software/tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Ariba) and Microsoft Office Suite
- Manufacturing/industrial environment experience an added advantage
- Advanced Excel experience will be an added advantage
- Technically strong, analytical, strong negotiation and communication skills
- Commodity Management experience will be an added advantage
- Experience in Imports and Oversees procurement will be an added advantage

**Why should you apply?**
- We are pas