Strong Technology backgroundSO NOT MANUFACTURING BUYER / SUPPLYCHAIN EXPERIENCE but must have worked for a global technologycompany
In otherwords you must be experienced enough to report directly to a GroupHead of Procurement/CPO and manage a global remit for technologyprocurement.
10Years of RelevantExperience
Role isbased in Durban SouthAfrica
CertificationRequired MCIPS or similar
Global project andStrategic procurementmanagement
Has worked with arange of commodities
Hasworked with high value projects andnegotiations
Strong peoplemanagement and leadershipskills
Technicalability
Leadingtransformation
Operationsexposure
Process andexecution skills e.g. able to prepare presentations forCXO
Strong stakeholder management able to influenceCXO
Commercialacumen
Job Description
The candidates primaryresponsibility will be to oversee and enhance the efficiency andcosteffectiveness of their Category Management Team all whileupholding the utmost standards of purchase quality and procurementethics. If youre ready to take on a pivotal role in maintainingexcellence in procurement we encourage you to apply. Join us inensuring topnotch management of procurement operations whiledriving quality and value.
Whatyou will do:
CategoryManagement Strategy andLeadership
* Drive theCategory Management strategy and portfolio to deliver bestinclasscommercial outcomes. This role will be accountable for leading theCategory Management teams across all Indirect Categories with acore focus on Technology. The leader will deliver the CategoryStrategy across all Technology Professional Services and Facilitiesand lead a team of Category/ Procurement professionals. The roleleader will report directly to the Group Head of Procurement/ CPOwith a truly globalremit.
StrategicPlanning andDelivery
* Execution ofgroupwide sourcing procurement category and supplier managementstrategies that support the group organizational and otherfunctional strategies.
* Implementing strategiesto reduce procurement costs and implement costsaving initiatives toimprove the organizations bottomline.
* Analyzing insights spending data andmarket trends to identify costsaving opportunities and areas foroptimization in sourcing procurement and suppliermanagement.
SupplierContract and StakeholderManagement
* Managing thecontract and supplier management team to ensure the timelyexecution of contracts and effective supplierperformance.
* Engaging with customers andinternal stakeholders to ensure delivery aligns withexpectations.
* Manage the capabilities requiredfor endtoend contract lifecycle and supplier relationshipmanagement.
People
* Planningrecruiting and managing team capacity to ensure the team is fullystaffed and equipped with the resources and skillset required forteam effectiveness.
* Coaching team members tocontinuously develop their capabilities enabling improvedperformance and company culture.
* Managingemployee performance in line with company values andprinciples.
KnowledgePractice and ContinuousImprovement
* Ensuringteam adoption of and adherence to procurement policies andpractices to ensure effective and compliantdelivery.
* Implementation of actions to mitigatethe occurrence or impact of risk.
* InternalIntellectual Property
* Make recommendations onethical sourcing procurement category and supplier management thatsupport the groups operational requirements sustainabilitydiversity equity and inclusionobjectives.
* Continuously monitor industrytrends market conditions and emerging technologies to identifyopportunities for optimization andimprovement.
What youwill need:
* Type ofQualification Relevant Diploma/Degree/ Engineering/ Technical /Finance Degree
* Certification Required MCIPS orsimilar preferred
The salary range isup to R1.32 million 2 annual bonuses andbenefits
Benefits:
R2000Medical Aid subsidy (Discovery or Momentum)
Provident Fundwith Alexander Forbes. You can choose to contribute 3 4 or 5% ofyour CTC on a monthly basis and we will match yourcontribution
School Subsidies: Creche (R800 per month tohelp you cover the cost up to the age of 3) / Preschool (R400 permonth up to the age of 6) / High school (depending on your years ofservice we will subsidize high school fees)
InsuredBenefits: Group Life / Income Protector / Funeral Fund / CapitalDisability)
Canteen Gym Concierge L&Detc