Procurement Manager

Henry Schein

Procurement Manager heading ZAF Purchasing Teams at Henry Schein, driving supply chain improvements and vendor management. Collaborating with departments to reduce inventory costs and enhance performance.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeMidrand • 🇿🇦 South AfricaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in purchasing management and supply chain processes, with a strong focus on developing supplier relationships, optimizing costs, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. Proficient in utilizing ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Office tools to drive performance metrics and achieve organizational objectives.

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Purchasing ManagementSupply Chain ProcessesERP SystemsBudgetary ControlSupplier Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

PurchasingSupply Chain ManagementCost OptimizationPerformance MetricsProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

Team LeadershipCommunicationInfluencing SkillsProblem Resolution

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OutlookMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPoint

Industry Keywords

Regulatory ComplianceSarbanes OxleyQuality SystemsSupplier Performance Measurement

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for the effective management and supervision of the ZAF Purchasing Teams
Drive development of regular reporting including Key Performance Metrics for supply chain management
Drive the team to achieve group and personal objectives particularly those related to profit improvements, service attainment and personal growth
Drive the team to ensure that all relevant supplier details and product price information is accurately maintained on the appropriate system
Drive the team to ensure Inbound Freight costs are managed to optimize costs for the supply chain
Constantly review and suggest improvements to processes to bring efficiencies/cost savings to the Supply chain
Develop supplier relationships and introduce measurement tools to improve supplier performance
Maintain supply agreements and quality agreements with suppliers
Develop internal relationships, influencing key internal customers to promote professional purchasing principles across the business ensuring timely communication and problem resolution
Develop regular communication with key stakeholders to address business needs and meet organizational objectives
Implement and Maintain appropriate Budgetary control, providing all reporting under the guidance of the Executive Director Europe and the Financial Manager ZAF
Manage and Maintain compliance to Company Quality Systems, Sarbanes Oxley regulations and all other appropriate Regulatory bodies
Drive and develop individual skills set to meet the requirements of their role, ensuring they have the skills set required to meet their business objectives
Progress and achieve set objectives as defined by the Departmental Head on a yearly basis
Participate in special projects and perform other duties as required
Supporting the business and reducing high stock levels will be a key focus

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 5 years Purchasing experience within an international company at senior management level
Thorough knowledge of supply chain processes
Comprehensive understanding of ERP systems
Computer Literate using Microsoft packages including Outlook, Word, Excel (Advanced), PowerPoint

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development opportunities