Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

Manage NMP analytics capability

Maintain accuracy of NMP spend data set Oversee monthly extraction, consolidation and validation of NMP spend data set Maintain accuracy of SpendHQ spend visualisation and categorisation platform through quarterly uploads and regular engagement with the supplier Provide data for requests from Strategic Sourcing initiatives and business requests Oversee monthly cleansing, analysis and reporting of Preferential Procurement data Coordinate ad hoc reporting requests from NMP Leadership

Maintain NMP spend categorisation

Define and maintain NMP spend categorisation Manage alignment of NMP spend categorisation and Coupa Commodity Tree through analysis and business engagement

Manage the planning, maintenance and reporting of the Strategic Sourcing initiative portfolio

Facilitate annual portfolio planning process with Head of NMP and Business Partners Oversee monthly updating, maintenance and reporting of the Strategic Sourcing initiative portfolio Support Strategic Sourcing teams with the planning, calculation and realisation of procurement and financial savings through benefits declarations and / or benefit realisation planning Review and validate all procurement and financial savings for inclusion in reporting Coordinate financial adjustments of validated savings at each budget / projection interval with relevant Finance Business Partners

Manage NMP business analysis capability

Lead and develop team of business analysts Manage business analysis capacity to support with Discovery of complex initiatives, relevant Strategic Sourcing analytics and toolkit requirements

Maintain Strategic Sourcing Toolkit

Regularly review and update Strategic Sourcing toolkit for relevance and ease of use Coordinate regular knowledge sessions to maintain consistency of toolkit application by Strategic Sourcing teams Engage with relevant TFG SMEs for the inclusion of relevant governance aspects in the Strategic Sourcing toolkit

Support Head of NMP with NMP related planning and reporting requirements

Assist with budget and projection cycles Coordinate leadership and NMP team meetings Assist with forward planning and reporting requirements Oversee the Supply to TFG mailbox management and data reference creation

Leadership

Oversee talent management for direct reports in terms of recruitment, retention and development. Ensure continuous performance feedback to and development of direct reports Ensure that all staff are motivated, developed, and appraised so that individual and collective performance meets the needs of the customers Effectively manage performance within the Business Process & Analytics team to ensure business objectives are achieved

Stakeholder Relationships

Manage relationships with multiple internal and external stakeholders with the objective of meeting delivery as per the agreed parameters Manage relationships within the business units and NMP Manage relationship with risk and governance partners of respective processes Ensure the engagement with relevant internal stakeholders within TFG.

Qualifications and Experience:

5 to 10 years' experience in projectized work environment with responsibility for status and / or financial reporting CA(SA) / CIMA (preferable) or bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Procurement, or a related field. Management reporting experience in Retail (advantage) Project Management / Business Analysis experience Familiarity with project office functions: planning, tracking, reporting, governance, resource management. Experience liaising with internal departments (finance, legal, compliance, risk, etc.)

Skills:

Project management skills Analytical and strong critical thinking abilities Strong communication skills (verbal and written), Strong reporting skills Good networking and influencing skills, The ability to build and maintain stakeholder relationships Strong organisational and planning skills, Deadlines and results driven with excellent time management skills Ability to remain calm under stress Proven facilitation skills Strong co-ordination skills Advanced MS office skills Strong attention to detail

Behaviours:

Being Resilient - rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations. Builds Networks - establishes and nurtures internal and external relationships in order to create robust, and mutually beneficial, partnerships Cultivates Innovation - creates an environment that fosters and nurtures a culture of creativity which drives success Decision Quality - consistently makes timely, well-rounded and informed decisions Ensures Accountability - takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets Manages Complexity - interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems organisational Savvy - understands and navigates dynamics created by processes, systems, and people Situational Adaptability - effectively adjusts their behaviour, approach, and decision-making based on the situation Strategic Mindset - thinks and plans strategically, focusing on the long-term goals and objectives of the organisation

Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act