Project Management Procurement Manager
Resume:
Curriculum Vitae
Divan Grobler
Pretoria, South Africa
+27-824-***-*** / *****.*******@*****.***
Date of Birth: 20 October 1982
Career Objective:
I have been working in the procurement industry for more than 18 years. During these years I have been fortunate to work in wholesale, retail and manufacturing sectors, learning and enhancing my skills wherever I possibly can. I invite challenges with professionalism, integrity and with great enthusiasm. I take initiative to identify problems, devise solutions and communicate the benefits. I wish to secure a position where I can utilize my skills and experience in a
challenging and rewarding role.
ERP Systems worked on : Licenses and Qualifications:
* SAP – 2010 * Driver’s License – Code 8 (B)
* Omni Accounts * PMP International Certificate in Project Management
* Pastel Evolution * CIPS L4 (Harvesthouse)
* Pastel Inventory optimization * Matrix 2000
* Symphony
* Power BI
* Microsoft Planner
General:
* Married
* Dependents – 1 Son
* Outgoing and extravert.
* Matrix Year 2000 – Hoërskool Overkruin
* ID: 821**********
Working Areas preferred & Availability:
* Gauteng * Negotiable
Skills Summary:
*Experienced Procurement Manager with a solid background in FMCG, customer Service and Relationship Management
*Financial aptitude with the ability to prepare, interpret and analyze data and reports.
*Able to relate to a wide range of people from various cultural backgrounds.
*Inventory and material management with experience in implementing effective systems and processes.
*Solid analytical aptitude with excellent organisational, problem-solving and time-management skills.
*Able to work well under pressure and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment with a professional attitude and careful eye for detail.
Computer Literacy:
Basic- Excel, PowerPoint Advanced- Microsoft Office
Work History
Premier FMCG – (Manufacturer of food and Non-Alcoholic beverages) - Midrand
Senior Buyer
2020/03/01 - Current
Duties & Responsibilities:
* Ensure supplier product quality and delivery targets are met and establishing regular price reviews for stock purchases.
* Establish a regular price review program for stock purchases.
* Assess current orders and forecast future demand in order to provide adequate supplies.
* Handle stock delivery issues with a key focus on mitigating customer, operational and financial impacts.
* Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships within the warehouse team as well as cross-functionally.
* Develop key relationships with business stakeholders and strategic supply partners to improve business.
* Implement change and develop new processes to better procure goods and services.
* Negotiate contracts with suppliers to obtain best price and service.
* Identify cost reduction opportunities to achieve financial goals.
* Analyze market and delivery trends so as to develop procurement technologies and process that support those trends.
* Identify areas for improvement to continually drive performance and business results.
* Procurement spends per annum: R1.5B – 2B
* Import from various suppliers and countries to procure ingredients for production, dry and wet goods such as flavors, raws and grain.
* Travel to local suppliers for monthly meetings and to establish pre-qualification and contract negotiations.
* Direct spend – 100% Indirect spend – 0%’’
* Local spend – 40% - International – 60%
Spend breakdown: Raw material 75% / Packaging 25%
Strategic sourcing of new suppliers – 35%
Negotiating prices - 65%
Report directly to: CI Executive
Reason for leaving: Relocation of department and could not accommodate.
Jumbo Brands Pty Ltd – (Manufacturer of food and Non-Alcoholic beverages)- Johannesburg
Group Procurement Manager
2019/02/02 – 2020/02/04
Duties & Responsibilities:
* Ensure supplier product quality and delivery targets are met and establishing regular price reviews for stock purchases.
* Establish a regular price review program for stock purchases.
* Assess current orders and forecast future demand in order to provide adequate supplies.
* Handle stock delivery issues with a key focus on mitigating customer, operational and financial impacts.
* Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships within the warehouse team as well as cross-functionally.
* Develop key relationships with business stakeholders and strategic supply partners to improve business.
* Implement change and develop new processes to better procure goods and services.
* Negotiate contracts with suppliers to obtain best price and service.
* Identify cost reduction opportunities to achieve financial goals.
* Analyze market and delivery trends so as to develop procurement technologies and process that support those trends.
* Identify areas for improvement to continually drive performance and business results.
* Procurement spends per annum: R150m – 200m.
* Import from various suppliers and countries such as Poland, Malaysia, Belgium and most of Europe to procure ingredients for production, dry and wet goods such as creamer, coffee and flavors.
* Travel to local suppliers for monthly meetings and to establish pre-qualification and contract negotiations.
* Direct spend – 90% Indirect spend – 10%
* Local spend – 65% - International – 35%
Local spend: International spend:
MPACT - Packaging Mokate - Creamer & Foamer powders from POLAND
Nampak - Packaging Lengdor - Potato pellets(chip manufacturing) SPAIN
Grannor Passi - Citrus pulp and concentrates Daibochi - Enrista Packaging from Malaysia.
Venco - Citrus pulp and concentrates CCL - Coffee from India
Letaba - Citrus pulp and concentrates SEDA - Coffee from Spain
Lake foods - Dry ingredients Eonlipids- Creamer from Malaysia.
Africa Vinegar - Vinegar concentrate.
Spend breakdown: Raw material 65% / Packaging 25% / Fresh Produce 10%
Strategic sourcing of new suppliers – 45%
Negotiating prices - 55%
Achievements:
* Managed a total 25 projects in 1 year which all successfully completed.
* Completed organizational spend analysis to facilitate development of strategic sourcing strategies.
Report directly to: BIM (Business Improvement Manager)
Reason for leaving: Contract came to an end.
Galitos Holdings Pty Ltd- ( Food Manufacturer & Restaurant Franchise ) - Johannesburg
Group Procurement Manager
2016/01/02 – 2019/01/30
Duties & Responsibilities:
* Ensure supplier product quality and delivery targets are met and establishing regular price reviews for stock purchases.
* Establish a regular price review program for stock purchases.
* Assess current orders and forecast future demand in order to provide adequate supplies.
* Handle stock delivery issues with a key focus on mitigating customer, operational and financial impacts.
* Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships within the warehouse team as well as cross-functionally.
* Travel to local suppliers for monthly meetings and to establish pre-qualification and contract negotiations.
* Negotiate contracts with suppliers to obtain best price and service.
* Procurement spend per annum: R50m – 100m.
* Travel to local suppliers for monthly meetings and to establish pre-qualification and contract negotiations.
* Direct spend – 65% Indirect spend – 35%
* Local spend – 85% - International – 15%
Local spend: International spend:
MPACT - Packaging Qingdao - Packaging from China
Huhtamaki - Packaging
CC Chicken - Poultry
Eagles Valley - Poultry
Rainbow Int. - Poultry
SPIF - Poultry
PTA Market - Fruit and veg
Spend breakdown: Raw material 35% / Packaging 25% / Fresh Produce 40%
Strategic sourcing of new suppliers – 45%
Negotiating prices - 55%
Achievements:
* Managed the entire re-branding project nationally and internationally estimated at R 150m. Completed successfully.
* Forecasted and generated a budget for more than 130 franchises.
* Completed organizational spend analysis to facilitate development of strategic sourcing strategies.
* Cleared 2year backlog and reduced procurement lead times by more than 25% in the first 8 months.
Report directly to: CEO
Reason for leaving: Company relocated Procurement division to Mpumalanga.
Plastilon Packaging-( Distributors of Industrial & Retail Packaging) - Pretoria
Industrial Procurement Manager
2012/01/01 – 2015/12/20
Duties & Responsibilities:
* Coordinate the timely acquisitions of product and/or services from known sources of supply.
* Resolve issues regards to requisitions and purchase orders.
* Identify to recommend suppliers by investigating potential suppliers and researching materials availability.
* Researching materials availability and select suppliers for lower cost items and negotiate price, delivery, quality and service.
* Negotiate contracts with suppliers to obtain best price and service.
* Purchase materials by preparing quotations and submitting purchase orders with approved suppliers.
* Procurement spends per annum: R10m – 25m.
* Travel to local suppliers for monthly meetings and to establish pre-qualification and contract negotiations.
* Direct spend – 15% Indirect spend – 85%
* Local spend – 85% - International – 15%
Local spend: International spend:
MPACT - Packaging Manufacturer - Finished Goods from China
Nampak - Packaging
Spend breakdown: Raw material 5% / Packaging 50%
Products procured:
* Bottles, Plastic sheeting, bags, corrugated boxes, Plastic jars, Glass ( LDPE, HDPE, PET )
Strategic sourcing of new suppliers – 45%
Negotiating prices - 55%
Achievements:
* Assisted the design and implemented a procurement system to support function growth. Pastel Inventory Optimization.
* Promoted to Senior Management by my second year managing 2 warehouse facilities with an estimated stock hold of R 8m.
* Reduced supplier quantity by 40% by 2014 enabling more stable and focused agreements and lower risks.
* Increased SKU’s by 25% across the board by 2015 establishing increased growth and revenue.
Report directly to: CEO
Reason for leaving: Offered a more challenging role.
SPAR Group- (Retailer) - Pretoria
Senior Buyer
2001/01/10 – 2011/11/25
Duties & Responsibilities:
* Ensure that all control policies and procedures are documented and implemented within the functional area.
* Report on expenses versus budget and variance analysis on monthly basis.
* Handle Warehouse and Supplier queries/complaints efficiently and effectively.
* Ensure adherence to best operating practices.
* Assist in other areas of the department when required.
* Report directly to General Manager.
* Procurement spends per annum: R30m – 55m.
* Travel to local suppliers for monthly meetings and to establish pre-qualification and contract negotiations.
* Direct spend – 15% Indirect spend – 85%
* Local spend – 100%
Local spend:
Freshline - Fruit and Veg (Pre-packed)
Pta Market - Fresh produce
Modern Distribution - Packaging
Multicup - Packaging
Chipkins - Dry ingredients
Spend breakdown: Packaging 20% / Fresh Produce 80%
Products procured:
* Fruit and Veg - 35%
* Dry Goods - 45%
* Perishables - 10%
* Non Food Items - 10%
Strategic sourcing of new suppliers – 45%
Negotiating prices - 55%
Achievements:
* Established procurement policy/procedures for all departments ensuring less risk, less wastage and better buying practices.
* Additionally, by 2006 I procured for and managed two SPAR franchises in Pretoria East one of which was a Super Spar.
Report directly to: Regional Management SA Inland
Reason for leaving: Owners restructured and sold.
Divan Grobler Cover Letter
To whom it may concern
I am writing to express my strong interest in the Procurement positions available within your esteemed institution, as advertised. With over 18 years of dedicated experience in the Procurement field, I have developed a deep passion for my field, innovation and fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment. My extensive experience and dynamic approach make me a well-suited candidate to contribute to your company. In my current role, I specialize in manufacturing, delivering and engaging in high priority projects.
My commitment to excellence is demonstrated by my leadership as the Senior Buyer for Milling, Beverage and Breakfast where I have successfully implemented strategies to minimize cost, improve savings, standards and foster a culture of continuous improvement. I am particularly drawn to your commitment to fostering a multicultural and inclusive corporate environment, and I am excited about the opportunity to contribute to such a dynamic and forward-thinking business. I am looking forward to the opportunity to discuss how my background, skills, and enthusiasms can contribute to the continued success and growth of your team.
Thank you for considering my application. I am keen on the possibility of joining your team and contributing to the enriching experiences you offer.
I am available at your convenience for an interview and can be reached at +27-82-498-**** or via email at *****.*******@*****.***.
Kind Regards
DIVAN GROBLER
DIVAN GROBLER COVER LETTER
*****.*******@*****.***
Current City: Pretoria, South-Africa
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