The Role Summary

The purpose of this position is to ensure the effective and efficient sourcing of assigned material group at the right quality, right quantity, at the right time at optimal cost without interruption or delay in the flow of work. The Category Manager develops and implements sourcing strategies that ensure the flawless sourcing and delivery of materials in line with the Company’s plans, policies, and procedures.

Result Areas & Responsibilities

• Leading assigned category
• Be a true and trustworthy business partner to the business and its stakeholders
• Analyze and identify opportunities to maximize the contribution of the category and the category results
• Identify and challenge the demands and needs (i.e. quantities/specifications and service levels) of internal stakeholders within your category
• Collect market dynamics and stay up to date with trends and risks of the market
• Drive and challenge internal stakeholders to obtain optimal results
• Lead the purchasing process “source to contract” (specification/selection/negotiating/contracting)
• Set-up and execute bids
• Maintain ownership whilst providing the required service to the relevant internal stakeholders
• Organize supplier performance meetings
• Improve supplier performance
• Develop value engineering projects (create value and reduce costs)

Job Requirements

This role is positioned at the professional level and requires someone who has experience in the procurement and supply chain profession. This person will have the opportunity to develop their career further within a very progressive, dynamic, and exciting work atmosphere.

• BA Degree in Supply Chain and Logistics Management and equivalent work experience, ideally 4 plus years of relevant experience with good communication and expression ability.

While working with us, the incumbent will be entitled to a wide range of employee benefits, such as, medical insurance, comprehensive insurance, and other financial and non – financial rewards.

Habesha Breweries S.C. also provides several capability development opportunities to its employees including talent management programme.

How to Apply

The closing date for the application is January 14, 2022. Qualified applicants should submit their applications through CLICK HERE or jobs@habeshabreweries.com.

References will be taken, and background checks will be carried out in conformity with Habesha’s HR Policy. Habesha Breweries S.C. operates within an equal opportunity policy and actively encourages diversity, welcoming applications from all persons meeting the skills and experiences required.