A vacancy exists, for a Supply Manager based at Head Office (Dunkeld), reporting to the Procurement Manager: Services and Commodities. The successful candidate will be responsible for the effective management of contracts, tenders and cost within the different commodities utilized at Life Healthcare. In addition, the Supply Manager will be responsible for ensuring vendor compliance to SHEQ requirements, strategic sourcing objectives and maintaining mutually beneficial stakeholder relationships. Critical Outputs Administer tenders Engage with vendors to deliver quality, cost effective products and services Ensure effective price management and identify/ participate in cost saving initiatives across products and services Manage the acquisition, utilisation and value chain across products and services to ensure cost efficiencies Build and maintain internal and external stakeholder relationships Negotiate contract terms and conditions Manage vendor performance proactively in accordance with their contracts Drive vendor compliance and performance Provide direction and inspire positive work behaviour Provide procurement related support based on: serious reportable events and adverse events product complaints and service delivery issues Monitor business compliance to preferred agreements and keep management informed of compliance Participate in new growth projects, as required Build effective working relationships with hospital and functional teams Drive initiatives to foster the development of new or existing suppliers in line with the companies BBEEE requirements Provide direction and inspire positive work behaviour in team Requirements Relevant Bachelor's degree in pharmacy, nursing or other relevant clinical field / Bachelor of Commerce in Supply Chain Management or equivalent CIPS certification (level 2) would be advantageous Knowledge of products and supply chain management (i.e., medicines and surgical devices) in the healthcare industry would be advantageous Working experience in a hospital environment would be advantageous. Understanding of management and relationship structures within an operating environment Good computer proficiency especially Excel, Word and Powerpoint Knowledge of SAP would be advantageous Must have valid drivers license and own transportation Competencies Problem-solving, analysis and judgement Financial Acumen and Numeric Skills Resilience Engaging diversity Verbal & written communication skills Influencing skills Ability to multitask Building relationships Customer responsiveness Strong interpersonal skills Excellence orientation Ethical behaviour Action orientation Email careerslifehealthcare.co.za Closing date Friday, April 19, 2024 Internal applicants - Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager. External candidates will also be considered. Explore our vacancies and find the right opportunity for you. Download the application form and email to the relevant contact person specified in the job advertisement. Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, should consider their application as unsuccessful.