Zambia Sugar Plc is a subsidiary of the Illovo Sugar Company (Pty) Ltd Group and is the leading sugar producer in Zambia. Its main activities are the growing of sugar cane, the production and marketing of sugar and other downstream products.

The Company invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the position of Contracts Manager in the Supply Chain Department at Nakambala (Mazabuka).

The position reports to the Procurement and Inventory Manager. The successful candidate will be accountable for local procurement contracts and maximising contract buying for local purchases.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Responsible for efficient supplier/vendor take on.
• Develop and recommend the Country Procurement Category Strategy that factors Group category plans and maximum local contract buying.
• Lead the local suppliers’ selection process with input from users.
• Prepare local bid documents, manage tender process & analyse bid results in accordance with the tender procedure.
• Negotiate local contracts and approve prices, delivery, payment terms, quality requirements to meet standards and supply objectives, then update contract register appropriately.
• Manage key contracts, resolving supplier concerns, contractual issues, and review contractual obligations of the suppliers via Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Service Level Agreements (SLAs) written within the contracts.
• Use analytical data and insights to partner with various stakeholders to forecast, develop, and implement demand plans.
• Build an efficient buying network, dynamically aligned with respective category management.
• Interface with business and other stakeholders to actively manage demand forecasting for procurement planning & ensure compliance to contracts and price agreements.
• Work with Procurement & Inventory Manager to prioritise and plan mill and supplier visits to understand and align on future category strategies to facilitate increased compliance.
• Ensure governance and compliance to procurement controls and standards are met.
• Promote and adhere to Illovo’s procedures, policies and guidelines, including, without limitation, those relating to SHERQ, Competition Law and Anti-Bribery and Corruption (ABC).

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Full Grade 12 Certificate.
• BSc/BA Degree in Business Administration/Management, Procurement/ Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or equivalent. MSc in Supply Chain or MBA will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 5 years’ Procurement and Contract Management experience, preferably in a Manufacturing environment/Industry.
• 2+ years in a management role.
• Ability to engage, manage, and partner with stakeholders at all levels.
• Excellent communication skills and Report writing skills.
• Creative, innovative and team working skills.
• Member of Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply (ZIPS) – Mandatory.
• Valid Driver’s license