TRAFFIC
KwaZulu-Natal
Development Procurement Manager
Pedros Chicken
Job Description
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 
- The Development Procurement Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing the full procurement function within the Development department
- This includes strategic supplier management, contract negotiation, cost control, equipment review, equipment innovation and procurement governance across all construction, equipment, and service-related activities for new store developments, revamps, and refurbishments across the Pedros group
- The role manages and develops the procurement team - including the Procurement Category Specialists, Procurement Admins and Finance Controllers - while serving as the senior procurement authority and decision-maker within the department
- Own and lead the full procurement strategy within the Development department, covering equipment, services, and building works for all new stores, revamps, and refurbishments
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve procurement policies, procedures, and governance frameworks in line with business requirements
- Develop and maintain the project ordering procedure in collaboration with Development Managers and Development Executive
- Provide authoritative procurement guidance and final sign-off authority on all procurement decisions, price increases, and supplier onboarding across the department
- Own and maintain the approved supplier and service provider register, ensuring all suppliers are rigorously vetted, qualified, and periodically reviewed
- Lead high-level contract negotiations with key suppliers to secure commercially advantageous terms, fixed pricing periods of no less than six months, and acceptable escalation clauses
- Develop, approve, and maintain Service Level Agreements (SLAs) with all suppliers and service providers, ensuring SLAs remain current and are enforced
- Ensure suitable warranty periods are negotiated and upheld by all equipment and construction suppliers
- Build and maintain strong strategic relationships with key suppliers and service providers, driving continuous improvement in service quality and commercial value
- Oversee and approve the equipment order and costing document, ensuring it is accurate, up to date, and consistently applied across all project costings
- Review and approve all quotes submitted by Team Members to ensure compliance with the equipment order and costing document prior to costing approval
- Maintain comprehensive market intelligence on equipment, building, and service costs; negotiate competitive rates and ensure price increases remain within acceptable market norms
- Authorise and approve all supplier price increases, ensuring increases are commercially justified and within agreed parameters
- Review and approve invoices against quotes, ensuring accuracy before authorising payment processing
- Oversee the full competitive bidding and RFQ process, including issuing RFQs, managing tender adjudication, and ensuring true apples-to-apples comparisons across all submissions
- Liaise with Project Managers and oversee the procurement team during the costing process for new stores and revamps, providing final approval on costings prior to development sign-off
- Issue the six-month national roll out plan to all equipment suppliers, ensuring supply chain readiness ahead of scheduled store openings
- Act as a senior procurement partner for Operations Managers and Store Managers on all equipment related matters, providing expert guidance and resolution of issues
- Lead, manage, and develop the Development procurement team including the Development Procurement Supervisor and Junior QS, providing direction, coaching, and performance management
- Establish clear team goals, KPIs, and performance targets, monitoring and evaluating individual and team performance regularly
- Foster effective communication, collaboration, and a high performance culture within the procurement team
- Maintain excellent communication standards with all internal stakeholders including Development, Operations, Finance, and senior leadership
- Provide regular procurement performance reports to the Development Executive, including spend analysis, supplier performance, cost savings, and pipeline activity
- Identify and escalate procurement risks, supply chain vulnerabilities, and cost pressures proactively to the Development Executive
- A degree or diploma in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field
- Minimum of 6-8 years' experience in supply chain or procurement with at least 3 years in a management or senior procurement role
- Proven experience in retail, QSR, or hospitality construction projects is strongly preferred
- Demonstrated experience managing and developing a procurement team
- Strong financial acumen with the ability to manage construction budgets, conduct cost analyses, and identify cost saving opportunities
- Excellent negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship management skills
- Ability to communicate and engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders at all levels, including executive management
- Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel to sites as required
About This Role
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$125,040/year
Source: O*NET (USD)
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.
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