Job: Executive Procurement Manager (m/w/d) - Relocation to South Africa, Potchefstroom

The Executive Procurement Manager for Plant Engineering Projects & Capex will be responsible for strategic and advanced purchasing activities within the given section capex machinery and civil works ensuring compliance with global purchasing objectives and strategies of Rheinmetall.

• Lead general supplier affairs, e.g. claim management, analysis of potential suppliers, resourcing, financial Improvement, processes etc.
• Systematic market research by continuous investigation of local and international markets
• Lead final negotiation considering all purchasing criteria (review purchase requests, prepare bidders list, and select suppliers, evaluate quotes etc.)
• Management of capex costs and related planning in order to achieve targets. Guarantee financial control over the programs (on component level)
• Review quotations in preparation for supplier nomination, negotiate terms and conditions in compliance with overall business objectives. Prepare value analysis
• Establish correspondence to suppliers, business representatives, and agencies Drive proven contract management and its acceptance in the local environment
• Be constantly informed about national and international economic or business situations as they affect purchasing decisions for commodities assigned. Also, remain constantly alert to national, international, and state legal requirements
• Set-up of team structure. Manage, motivate and develop team members
• Be a leader who demonstrates determination, energy and enthusiasm
• You will have an open and flexible approach, willing to work in a constantly evolving/ growing environment and accept a challenge

• BTech Degree in Mechanical engineering degree or equivalent qualification
• At least 7-10 years in purchasing experience of which 3 years should have been in a defence company
• At least 2-5 years in a leadership role and team management experience
• Priority setting, strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience in capex purchasing
• Knowledge of technical drawings reading
• A team player who demonstrates determination, energy and enthusiasm
• Have an open and flexible approach, willing to work in constantly evolving / growing environments and accept the challenge
• Analytical skills, proactive approach
• Ability to express information in a manner appropriate to different levels of people and to lead negotiations
• Willingness and ability to travel
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage across technical and non-technical audiences

Stärken und Erfahrungen zählen bei Rheinmetall, auch wenn vielleicht nicht alle aufgeführten Anforderungen vollständig erfüllt sind. Wir freuen uns auf Bewerber (m/w/d), die Lust haben, etwas zu bewegen und Verantwortung zu übernehmen. Wir legen Wert auf Individualität und Chancengleichheit . Schwerbehinderte Bewerber (m/w/d) werden bei gleicher Eignung besonders berücksichtigt.

• Competitive compensation package with incentive bonus and pension fund
• Medical Schemes
• Stable employer background
• Opportunity to work on major projects within our Weapons and Ammunition Division
• Extensive Employee Assistance Program to support overall health and wellbeing
• Career development and progress opportunities
• Individual and diverse training opportunities and programs (Bursary Schemes)
• Subsidized canteen on site with themed days and multiple dietary options
• Innovative and dynamic working environment and culture
• Work as part of a team with real purpose in what we do
• Participation in (international) Rheinmetall activities and events