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Especialista em Procurement

Job Description

Resumo da Posição:

Estamos à procura de um especialista em Procurement experiente e altamente motivado para se juntara nossa equipa. O candidato ideal deve ter fortes capacidades de negociação, uma mentalidade estratégica e um historial comprovado em sourcing, redução de custos e otimização de processos. Como especialista em aquisições, será responsável por
gerir estratégias de sourcing, negociar com fornecedores, promover melhorias
nos processos de aprovisionamento para garantir rapidez, qualidade e eficácia de custos cumprindo simultaneamente as políticas e os procedimentos de aprovisionamento.

Principais responsabilidades:

• Sourcing estratégico: Liderar e executar iniciativas de sourcing estratégico para otimizar os processos de aquisição, assegurando o alinhamento com os objectivos empresariais e a criação de valor.
• Negociações com fornecedores: Negociar termos favoráveis com os fornecedores, assegurando poupanças de custos, padrões de alta qualidade e entrega atempada, mantendo fortes relações com os fornecedores. Assegurar que todos os contratos com fornecedores estão em conformidade com as políticas e normas da empresa
• Redução de custos e eficiência: Identificar oportunidades de redução de custos e melhorias de processos através de estratégias e negociações de sourcing eficientes, assegurando o cumprimento dos objectivos financeiros da organização. Colaborar com equipas multifuncionais para melhorar o processo, garantindo a redução de custos e a rapidez, acompanhar e comunicar a métrica de poupança.
• Gestão de contratos: rever e gerir contratos de fornecedores, assegurando o cumprimento das políticas da empresa e dos requisitos legais. Monitorizar o desempenho dos contratos e resolver quaisquer problemas que surjam com os fornecedores.
• Análise de mercado: Realizar pesquisas e análises de mercado para identificar novos fornecedores e monitorizar as tendências de preços, qualidade e inovação no mercado de aprovisionamento.
• Colaboração com as partes interessadas: Colaborar com as partes interessadas internas para compreender as necessidades de aquisição, garantir que as especificações são cumpridas e manter o alinhamento com os objectivos organizacionais.
• Gestão das relações com os fornecedores: criar e manter relações sólidas com os principais fornecedores e partes interessadas, abordar e resolver problemas ou litígios com os fornecedores para garantir a continuidade do fornecimento e a eficácia operacional. Acompanhar o desempenho dos fornecedores, resolver problemas e assegurar o cumprimento dos acordos de nível de serviço (SLA) e dos indicadores-chave de desempenho (KPI).
• Melhoria contínua: Conduzir iniciativas para a melhoria contínua dos processos de aquisição, centrando-se na rapidez, eficiência e redução de custos. Conformidade e relatórios: Assegurar o cumprimento de todas as leis, regulamentos e políticas internas de aprovisionamento relevantes. Manter registos precisos de todas as actividades de aprovisionamento, gerar relatórios e apresentar as conclusões à direção.

Qualificações

• Experiência: 4-5 anos de experiência em compras, sourcing e negociações com fornecedores.
• Formação académica: Um diploma de bacharel relevante (por exemplo, Administração de Empresas, Gerenciamento da Cadeia de Suprimentos ou área similar).
• Certificações: Certificação CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) preferida, mas não obrigatória.

Competências

Capacidade de gerir múltiplas prioridades e cumprir prazos num ambiente de ritmo acelerado

Forte capacidade de negociação e comunicação.

Proficiência em software de compras e MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).

Sólida compreensão dos processos de aquisição e gestão de relações com fornecedores.

Competências analíticas com capacidade para efetuar estudos de mercado e avaliar propostas de fornecedores.

Travel Agent

Job Description

Hello Future Travel Agent

Welcome to FNB, the home of the #changeables. We design for the shapeshifters and deliver products and services that make us incredibly proud of people that make it happen.

As part of our talent team, you will be surrounded by unique talents, diverse minds, and an adaptable environment that lives up to the promise of staying curious. Now’s the time to imagine your potential in a team where experts come together and ignite effective change. 

Are you someone who can:

• Provide information on (but not limited to) travel, facilities and services, events and attractions, tours, travel 
  routes and transportation schedules  
• Facilitate the quoting and booking of all travel arrangements, travel appointments where required, special 
  reservations where required, special requests, for complex itineraries 
• Organize extra’s for VIP client or special occasions (“Surprises and Delights”) 
• Creative flair and ability to tailor make “high touch” luxury travel packages working directly with suppliers with the ability to execute concepts through to completion. 
• Source travel products and information for upmarket clients and ensuring a deep understanding of the Signet Travel Value proposition.
• Trustworthy, discrete, and sensitive to clients’ needs at all times and adhering to the POPIA requirements and the privacy, sensitivity, and exclusivity of this client base 
• A hunger to build longstanding relationships and rapport with your customers  
• Build and maintain good relationships with suppliers  
• Build and maintain good relationships with personal Bankers and product houses (where applicable) 
• Provide customers with excellent customer service and always go the extra mile 

You will be an ideal candidate if you:

• Minimum requirement: National Diploma in Travel or similar 
• Fully Bilingual – English (Read, Write and Speak) and Afrikaans (Read, Write and Speak) 
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience within the Travel industry preferably with experience as a Travel consultant.
• 10 years GDS experience with strong command of Galileo GDS  
• Previous travel concierge (or similar), leisure and corporate experience, focusing on VIP/UHNW clients an advantage 
• A passion for travel and delivering service excellence  
• Ability to multi-task within a high-pressured environment 
• Creative problem solver and good organizational skills and being able to prioritize
• Ability to work independently (work from home environment, remote or office/s as required) 
• Strong sense of urgency 
• Impeccable attention to detail 
• Creating the WOW experience for our clients with each interaction  
• Proven recent international travel or some form of experience of having travelled abroad.
• Resilience and composure to remain positive under pressure or in changing circumstances 
• Sales experience and the consultative skills to confidently recommend and cross-sell relevant products and services 
• Strong time management skillset required.
• Need to be adaptable and coachable and eager to learn multiple systems
• Understanding of working in a Loyalty travel environment dealing with VIP/high net worth individuals and their  demands. 

You will have access to:

• Opportunities to network and collaborate
• Challenging Working
• Opportunities to innovate

We can be a match if you can: 

• Innovative   
• Thrives in an “work from home” independent environment 
  Entrepreneurial  
• Problem solving skills and to be resilient to the volatility of the travel industry
• Excellent communication skills including grammar and strong written and verbal communication skills when communicating to High Profile Clients   
• Excellent customer service skills   
• Good organizational skills  
• Interpersonal skills  
• Ability to work under pressure   
• Computer experience 

Are you interested to take the step? We look forward to engaging with you further. Apply now!

Personal Assistant

Job Description

To provide comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to the relevant line manager by managing day-to-day operations, including scheduling, document preparation, and client interaction, to ensure the manager’s/leader’s time is effectively utilised.
Act as a key liaison between the manager and both internal and external stakeholders, ensuring seamless communication and efficient handling of administrative tasks.
Leverage strong organisational skills, the ability to manage confidential information, and the capacity to anticipate the needs of the manager in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.

Demonstrate flexibility in adjusting to the changing demands of the role, including managing last-minute scheduling changes or urgent requests.

Coordinate the line manager’s calendar, scheduling meetings, and appointments to optimise time management and ensure all commitments are met efficiently.

Prepare agendas, presentations, and reports for internal and external meetings, ensuring the manager is well-prepared with all necessary materials in advance.

Organise domestic and international travel plans, including booking flights, accommodation, and ground transportation, ensuring compliance with company policies and budgetary constraints.

Maintain and organise electronic filing systems for critical business documents, ensuring that all records are easily accessible and up to date.

Draft, review, and distribute professional emails, letters, and other correspondence on behalf of the manager to internal and external stakeholders.

Serve as the first point of contact for clients and stakeholders, managing relationships professionally and ensuring queries are directed to the appropriate channels.

Process and reconcile the manager’s expense claims, ensuring adherence to company policies and timely submission of required documentation.

Plan and manage logistics for team and client events, including booking venues, catering, and coordinating all necessary event materials and presentations.

Compile and distribute regular reports on business performance, project updates, and other relevant data to ensure the manager has clear visibility of ongoing activities.

Manage sensitive business and personal information with the utmost confidentiality, ensuring data protection and compliance with legal and ethical standards.

Assist in the prioritisation of tasks and projects, ensuring urgent items are addressed promptly while maintaining attention to routine tasks.

Leverage FirstRand Group capabilities to take advantage of opportunities that will benefit the business area.

Take part in special projects within the ambit of the business area and remain appraised of all developments so that the relevant support can be rendered to the various teams/individual professionals/line managers.

Liaise with various internal departments to ensure smooth collaboration and coordination on business projects, tracking progress and updating the manager as needed.

Maintain records of the manager’s activities, deadlines, and follow-ups, ensuring that no critical tasks are overlooked and that deadlines are consistently met.

Provide administrative support for special projects, including compiling research, creating spreadsheets, and assisting with the project’s overall coordination.

Attend key meetings and record minutes, highlighting action items and ensuring timely follow-up on deliverables from various stakeholders.

Work collaboratively with team members and other departments to ensure smooth and efficient operations, fostering a cooperative and supportive work environment.

Contribute to a high-performance culture by consistently meeting deadlines, demonstrating initiative, and maintaining a professional and proactive approach to tasks.

Use initiative to anticipate the manager’s needs and resolve administrative issues independently, escalating only when necessary.

Trade Specialist (Payments)

Job Description

RMB is a place where exceptional people create their own opportunities by challenging the conventional and driving sustainable impact.

United by our proud heritage, strong ethics and philosophy of Traditional values. Innovative ideas, it’s the magic of our people and culture that sets us apart.

Now, is the time to imagine your next move with South Africa’s number one employer in Financial Services for 2025, where you can embrace the power of collective thinking to unlock unique opportunities for our clients and society.

The purpose of the role is to efficiently supervise the team managing the Trade Operations function, whilst being mindful of risk, process and compliance adherence, and the International Chamber of Commerce rulings and processing.

Furthermore, the role will require you to take unit costs and capacity into account in order to create greater efficiencies

Are you someone who can do the following:​

• Set targets for the portfolio in line with turnover
• Plan strategic objectives for the portfolio
• Assist in building and managing the opportunity tracking tool
• Communicate client interactions and feedback to stakeholders with regards to developments
• Initiate client scoping sessions road shows and quarterly client visits to gain client insights
• Initiate brainstorming sessions to identify opportunities across the group and manage action items thereof
• Create innovative solutions for specific product areas
• Interrogate and manage MIS data to identify potential turns in business cycles or client behavior
• Review MIS data in order to ensure that internal trading desk turnover targets are met as well as migrating risk from internal trading books
• Proactively manage credit facilities to ensure adequate limits are in place
• Make cold calls in order to originate business to grow the portfolio
• Manage escalated unresolved client issues
• Manage complex relationships within support areas to ensure best outcome for both the client and the bank
• Interact with IBD DCM team on a regular basis in order to gain insight into client activities to strengthen client relationships
• Demonstrate pride in the organisations brand services and products by consistently delivering on the brands promise
• Follow through to ensure that personal quality and productivity standards are consistently and accurately maintained
• Stay relevant and up to date with legislations and new development
• Process and manage international payments, ensuring timely and accurate execution
• Verify payment instructions and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
• Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies and issues
• Identify and mitigate potential risks and losses
• Strong knowledge of international payment systems, including SWIFT and local payment networks
• Understanding of trade finance products, including letters of credit , Collections and guarantees
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks effectively

You will be an ideal candidate if you have the following experience:

• Process and manage international payments, ensuring timely and accurate execution
• Verify payment instructions and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
• Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies and issues
• Identify and mitigate potential risks and losses
• Strong knowledge of international payment systems, including SWIFT and local payment networks
• Understanding of trade finance products, including letters of credit , Collections and guarantees
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks effectively

You will have access to:

• Opportunities to network and collaborate
• Challenging working
• Opportunities to innovate

We can be a match if you are:

• Curious & courageous – you’re driven by always wanting to know more and learn more and you’re brave enough to
• Obsessed with mastery – you know what it takes to become good at what you do and are constantly pushing yourself to do it
• Love putting our clients at the forefront of what you do

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Job Details

Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.11/04/25

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.

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