BAT Purchasing/Procurement Jobs in Accra
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The role is responsible for developing and monitoring the implementation of strategic procurement plans for the sourcing of goods and services in BAT WCM (West Central African Markets). Ensure flexibility of supplies, appropriate quality, and complexity reduction at the best total cost.
Reports to: Procurement Business Manager
Reporting Level: Management
Geographic Scope: West Central African Markets
WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR
- Responsible for the development and execution of sourcing plans for the Commercial business units in BAT WCM.
- To ensure the category sourcing and contracts meet the business requirements through the execution of the strategic sourcing process.
- To adhere to applicable policies, standards and platforms including the agreed Sourcing Management methodology and approach and to deliver robust terms and conditions that manages BAT’s service delivery and commercial risk.
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- To lead the process of sourcing execution to ensure delivery of the partner requirements and targets.
- Identifying and managing the risk which exists whenever goods and services are contracted out to suppliers and service providers.
- Ensure full cross-functional dedication to strategies through communication, education, and evaluation of initiatives.
- To drive and facilitate “source to contract” for categories under the Commercial business units in BAT WCM. This includes the resolution of any contracts related issues and includes one-off spend items.
- Continuous supply improvements delivered to BAT WCM, measured in terms significant cost reduction, supplier rationalisation, high levels of service, introduction of business process changes and complexity reduction.
- Analyse financial and market data, to build and maintain knowledge on all aspects of our supply related external environment, on behalf of the business.
- To ensure contracts are completed for all relevant agreements and that SLA’s (Service Level Agreements) have been agreed with the relevant business owner.
- To manage negotiation and supplier selection within the framework of Marketing category strategies or sourcing strategies.
- Provide forecasts on prices and market changes as an input into planning where appropriate.
- To facilitate the creation of supplier SLA’s and performance checkpoints. Manage and resolve contractual performance issues and escalate where required.
- To identify new products and services that may impact on sourcing execution and escalate to the Procurement Business Manager - Commercial.
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
- Fully proficiency in English and French
- University degree level education or equivalent
- CIPS Corporate Diploma in Purchasing and/or membership of The Chartered Institute for Purchasing and Supply or equivalent country qualification or membership would be an advantage
- Experience of sourcing at a local level for a period of ideally 3-5 years
- Thorough knowledge of supply market, supplier capabilities, competitor activity, and expected trends at a local level.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Proven negotiation skills and influencing skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
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- Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries
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1. Patiently scroll down and read the job description below.
2. Scroll down and find how to apply or mode of application for this job after the job description.
3. Carefully follow the instructions on how to apply.
4. Always apply for a job by attaching CV with a Cover Letter / Application Letter.
The role is responsible for developing and monitoring the implementation of strategic procurement plans for the sourcing of goods and services in BAT WCM (West Central African Markets). Ensure flexibility of supplies, appropriate quality, and complexity reduction at the best total cost.
Reports to: Procurement Business Manager
Reporting Level: Management
Geographic Scope: West Central African Markets
WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR
- Responsible for the development and execution of sourcing plans for the Commercial business units in BAT WCM.
- To ensure the category sourcing and contracts meet the business requirements through the execution of the strategic sourcing process.
- To adhere to applicable policies, standards and platforms including the agreed Sourcing Management methodology and approach and to deliver robust terms and conditions that manages BAT’s service delivery and commercial risk.
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- To lead the process of sourcing execution to ensure delivery of the partner requirements and targets.
- Identifying and managing the risk which exists whenever goods and services are contracted out to suppliers and service providers.
- Ensure full cross-functional dedication to strategies through communication, education, and evaluation of initiatives.
- To drive and facilitate “source to contract” for categories under the Commercial business units in BAT WCM. This includes the resolution of any contracts related issues and includes one-off spend items.
- Continuous supply improvements delivered to BAT WCM, measured in terms significant cost reduction, supplier rationalisation, high levels of service, introduction of business process changes and complexity reduction.
- Analyse financial and market data, to build and maintain knowledge on all aspects of our supply related external environment, on behalf of the business.
- To ensure contracts are completed for all relevant agreements and that SLA’s (Service Level Agreements) have been agreed with the relevant business owner.
- To manage negotiation and supplier selection within the framework of Marketing category strategies or sourcing strategies.
- Provide forecasts on prices and market changes as an input into planning where appropriate.
- To facilitate the creation of supplier SLA’s and performance checkpoints. Manage and resolve contractual performance issues and escalate where required.
- To identify new products and services that may impact on sourcing execution and escalate to the Procurement Business Manager - Commercial.
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
- Fully proficiency in English and French
- University degree level education or equivalent
- CIPS Corporate Diploma in Purchasing and/or membership of The Chartered Institute for Purchasing and Supply or equivalent country qualification or membership would be an advantage
- Experience of sourcing at a local level for a period of ideally 3-5 years
- Thorough knowledge of supply market, supplier capabilities, competitor activity, and expected trends at a local level.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Proven negotiation skills and influencing skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
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WE ARE BAT
At BAT we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. See what is possible for you at BAT.
- Global Top Employer with 53,000 BAT people across more than 180 markets
- Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries
- Newly established Tech Hubs building world-class capabilities for innovation in 4 strategic locations
- Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women’s Day Best Practice winner
- Seal Award winner – one of 50 most sustainable companies
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