{"id":19474,"date":"2014-10-10T12:51:35","date_gmt":"2014-10-10T10:51:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/joblistsouthafrica.com\/?p=19474"},"modified":"2014-10-10T12:53:03","modified_gmt":"2014-10-10T10:53:03","slug":"adidas-south-africa-recruits-buy-planning-purchasing-manager","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/joblistsouthafrica.com\/adidas-south-africa-recruits-buy-planning-purchasing-manager.html","title":{"rendered":"Adidas South Africa Recruits Buy Planning & Purchasing Manager"},"content":{"rendered":"

Purpose & Overall Relevance for the Organization:<\/strong>
\nTo ensure that the consolidated sales demand (all channels) of lead market SA is procured and available for allocation on time in and in full, in accordance with business & SCM metrics. Implement and administer buy plan and purchase practices and controls aligned to adidas, global planning and BU guidelines and within the scope of lead market SA mandates. Maintain focus on continuous improvement initiatives as it pertains to broader Supply Chain Outputs, planning and purchasing best practices. To manage cost of sales impacts relative to Purchase Order amendments, i.e. Transport Mode, Cancellations requests, Special Customer Request, Minimum Order Impacts etc.<\/p>\n

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Key Responsibilities:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Day-to-day management of the Purchasing team
\nExecute scheduled monthly buy plan process\/s including scheduled mid-month process\/s, where applicable
\nTimeous hand over of buy plans to purchasing team to allow for Purchase Order Requisition process within global parameters.
\nOptimizing Order book conversion, as a result of accurate timeous Purchasing decisions and controls
\nEffective Constraint management (i.e. balancing PO lead times, cut-off behavior, global planning and factory variability, MOQs)
\nImplement standardized business reporting including Purchase Order Tracking, Exception Management and Key Performance Metrics.
\nImplement, manage or support key SCM initiatives with respect to special or customized purchasing controls. i.e. Drop Shipment process controls, Unique Labelling or handling requests
\nManage lead SA market impacts due to BU (business Unit) and global Planning directives
\nFulfill SAP Key User Role within SCM
\nTo manage, review and report on Gross Demand (buy plan) and Net Actual Demand (procured) in volume and value relative to seasonal Back Log requirements
\nImplement a Proactive Exception Management reporting, processes and controls including reporting to manage delays, risk and Cannot Supply, Cannot Plan eventualities.
\nDeliver on SCM Key Performance Metrics, ensuring world class on time product availability and order fulfillment (OTA, OTIF)
\nContribute and drive key strategic initiatives i.e. never out of stock and replenishment programs while optimizing inventory positions with effective lead time and procurement processes
\nEnsure high employee engagement through effective motivation, coaching training and development of key personnel in the team to provide a framework for succession
\nUpon request, participation or leading project\/s within AEM or the global Supply Chain organization.<\/p>\n

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Key Performance Indicator (measurable factors):<\/strong><\/p>\n

Purchase Orders On time in full, on time Allocation
\nFuture Free to Sell
\nBuy Plan to Action
\nCOS variances
\nAirfreight Spend Review
\nDrop Shipment Tracker
\nStock Turn<\/p>\n

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Requisite Skills\/Education:<\/strong><\/p>\n

University degree or relevant supply chain management education
\nIn depth knowledge of supply chain, understanding the mechanics of the flow of goods from sourcing to customer
\n3-4 years of experience, people \/ team management, and proven track record in demand planning and purchasing management.
\nRelevant fashion, footwear and apparel manufacturing experience
\nProcess driven thinking
\nChange management, strong motivation and strong analytical skills
\nOperations as wells as commercial mindset
\nExperience in project management
\nStrong leadership in combination with team approach
\nAbility to accept and meet critical strong planning and organization skills
\neffective communication skills
\nAdvanced Skills and experience in ERP systems (SAP)
\nAdvanced users in Microsoft applications, primarily excel.<\/p>\n

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How to Apply<\/strong><\/p>\n

Click here to apply online<\/a>
\nApply online before 29\/10\/2014.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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