Job Description

Requirements:

• B Com Degree or relevant Supply Chain qualification
• Extensive experience SC value chain
• Must have the experience in integrating Commercial, PSC, Supplier Management & Purchasing sub disciplines

- Safety & Sustainability as it relates to Supply Chain & Inclusive Procurement * 6 years plus experience in Commercial contracts, negotiation and deal-making, business case development, investment appraisal

• 6 years plus experience in Category Management, sourcing & contracting with Total Cost Ownership approach
• Supplier Relationship Management
• Business Planning, Business Case development
• Working knowledge of regional and local Inclusive Procurement requirements
• Strategic procurement (Competent)
• Integrated Risk Management (Competent)
• Stakeholder Engagement and Communication (Competent)
• Supply Chain Systems and Processes (Competent)
• Transactional Procurement Management (Advanced)
• Commercial Negotiation (Competent)
• Project Management and Planning (Competent)
• Performance Management & Reporting (Competent)
• Systemic, knowledge-based problem-solving approach (Advanced)

Key Responsibilities: Safety, Health & Sustainability

• Embed safety, health, and sustainability requirements into sourcing and contracting processes.
• Ensure contractor performance aligns with delivery, safety, and social responsibility standards.
• Identify and drive value-creation opportunities through responsible sourcing and supplier engagement.

Category Strategy, Delivery & Performance

• Develop and implement category strategies that ensure security of supply, drive innovation, and deliver value.
• Manage sourcing events, negotiations, and contract execution across assigned categories.
• Lead key projects and adapt to changing business priorities in an agile supply chain environment.

Commercial Value & Supplier Management

• Support portfolio strategy through market intelligence, data analysis, and opportunity assessments.
• Drive cost optimization, Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), and value creation initiatives.
• Build and maintain strategic supplier relationships to promote innovation and long-term partnerships.
• Participate in contract negotiations, framework agreements, and commercial amendments.

Planning & Contract Management

• Oversee the full contract lifecycle from planning to execution and performance management.
• Monitor contract KPIs, supplier performance, and delivery against business objectives.
• Ensure accurate contract administration and alignment with supply chain systems and processes.

Inclusive Procurement & Sustainability

• Champion community development and inclusive procurement aligned to global and regional goals.
• Integrate inclusive procurement and supplier development objectives into commercial plans and contracts.
• Promote ESG-driven, sustainable supply chain initiatives focused on innovation and value creation.

Supply Chain Collaboration & Excellence

• Partner with materials management and warehousing teams to align demand planning and performance.
• Drive digital transformation and continuous improvement within the supply chain.
• Ensure seamless handover of contracts to on-site teams and support operational implementation.

Skills Required