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Cluster Category Manager GSC

Japan Tobacco International

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Addis Ababa

3 years - 5 years

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2021-06-19

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2021-06-26

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JTI (Japan Tobacco International)

Position: Cluster Category Manager GSC
Job Time: Full-Time
Job Type: Permanent
Place of Work: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Posted date: 14 minutes ago
Application Deadline: Jun, 26/2021 (7 days left)

We’re JTI, Japan Tobacco International and we believe in freedom. We think that the possibilities are limitless when you’re free to choose. In fact, we’ve spent the last 20 years innovating, creating new and better products for our consumers to choose from. It’s how we’ve grown to be present in 130 countries.

But our business isn’t just business. Our business is our people. Their talent. Their potential. We believe when they’re free to be themselves, grow, travel and develop, amazing things can happen for our business

That’s why our employees, from around the world, choose to be a part of JTI. It’s why 9 out of 10 would recommend us to a friend. And why we’ve been awarded Global Top Employer status, six years running

So when you’re ready to choose a career you’ll love, in a company you’ll love, feel free to #JoinTheIdea. 

Learn more: jti.com

Position Purpose:

The ideal candidate is responsible for the strategic sourcing for the Supply Chain category within Ethiopia and Central Africa cluster and based in Addis Ababa. You will lead the category sourcing and manage the relationship with suppliers. You will be accountable for the end-to-end performance of the spend, contracts and suppliers in scope. You will contribute to a high-performance team culture to adopt innovation and encourage others through your behavior and staying committed to the JTI core values.

The position holder main responsibilities will include but not limited to:

  • Identify and manage regional/local suppliers’ relationships. Negotiate strategic contracts and ensure optimum and sustainable supply conditions
  • Lead and /or support supplier bidding processes in close cooperation with respective business partners to ensure the best combination of quality, cost and service parameters/conditions for products and services are attained.
  • Plan and execute Supply Base Optimization actions (sourcing savings)
  • Plan and execute negotiation roadmaps with suppliers by applying corresponding strategies and best practices
  • Foster collaborative business partnership with stakeholders
  • Contribute to the development of category strategy to guide supplier management.

Who are we looking for?

  • University degree
  • Minimum 3-5 years experience in the corporate work environment
  • Advanced knowledge of English (verbal and written)
  • Proficient in using MS Office packages especially MS Excel
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

With the demonstrated characteristic of:

  • Deep understanding of market offerings and trends with proven functional and thought leadership of the Global Supply Chain category
  • Ability to deliver opportunities/business cases with plans to optimize spend and TCO
  • Proven supplier relationship management skills and ability to lead supplier governance
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to take independent decisions
  • Collaborate with other functions (i.e. legal, security) to ensure contract compliance
  • Good communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders
  • The flexible mindset with strong work ethics and collaboration skills in global teams
  • Understanding of P2P processes and contract management
  • Knowledge of procurement tools and analytical methods

How to apply

Follow the below link on our recruitment portal to apply

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