Procurement Manager - Irrigation

In brief

Here is the job description rewritten into the mandatory structure: **Overview** This position is for a Procurement Manager specializing in irrigation, employed by F&M Staff Solutions. The role focuses on strategic procurement, supplier management, and technical support within the agricultural irrigation industry. **What you will do** * Develop/implement category strategy, growth plan and annual budget. * Identify new product lines, brands, markets, regions. * Negotiate supplier terms, pricing, rebates, discounts, service levels, suitable exclusivity. * Develop/manage irrigation product manager with clear accountability. * Give branch managers/marketers technical advice, good quotes; join customer visits. * Set stock policies, revenue goals, availability/age and DC/direct-delivery model. * Ensure product quality, warranty/claims, supplier compliance and standards. * Analyse sales, margins, inventory; report performance/actions monthly. * Lead branch/sales training and product introductions. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * 10+ years' agricultural irrigation; proven commercial/technical expertise. * Purchasing, supplier negotiation, inventory/category management, leadership. * Irrigation design knowledge: pumps, pipes, valves, filters, pivots, drip/micro irrigation. * Relevant tertiary qualification in agriculture/irrigation/engineering/supply chain/business beneficial. * Irrigation design software, AS400, SABI/other professional membership advantageous. * Be open to regular travel with branches, suppliers, marketers and customers. * Proficient in Afrikaans and English (oral and written). * Organisation, communication, problem-solving, accuracy, accountability, service focus, teamwork; work under pressure. * South African Citizen. * Drivers license and own vehicle. * No criminal record (this will be verified). **Who should apply** This role is suited for an experienced professional with over 10 years in agricultural irrigation, demonstrating proven commercial and technical expertise in purchasing, supplier negotiation, inventory, and category management, alongside leadership skills. The ideal candidate will possess knowledge of irrigation design, be open to regular travel, and be proficient in both Afrikaans and English. Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities are essential, as is the capacity to work under pressure and as part of a team. Applicants must be South African Citizens, hold a valid driver's license, own a vehicle, and have no criminal record. Relevant tertiary qualifications and professional memberships are considered beneficial or advantageous. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.jobmail.co.za/jobs/retail/other-retail/ladybrand/procurement-manager-irrigation-id-7608616 Source: jobmail

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