Providing support to the operations in reducing the total cost of ownership of products and services purchased by the Procurement Department. Providing support to the Business Unit Manager in the planning and execution of high value, high risk commodity and service strategies. Be able to interpret and apply with the assistance of a Legal Team, the various provisions of the contracts within the portfolio. Preparing and issuing of RFQ’s and tenders, analysing responses, preparing comparative analysis of offers received and making commercial recommendations. Working with Category Manager in drawing up of Supply and Service contracts ensuring minimal risk to operations with continuity and security of supply and services. Being able to do financial calculations that will assist in determining the best commercial decision being made. Managing relationships with key customers and ensure delivery in accordance with SLA’s. Developing and executing negotiating strategies in terms of the various ...