Category Manager Job in University of the Witwatersrand

Category Manager

Johannesburg, GP, ZA, South Africa

https://www.mncjobs.co.za/company/university-of-the-witwatersrand

Job Description

Minimum Requirements:

o Matric plus a relevant Purchasing, Logistics, Supply Chain or equivalent qualification (National Diploma/ BCom/ MCIPS/ Postgraduate qualification).
o 3-5 years' experience managing and facilitating tender processes, including compilation, evaluation, and contract conclusion.
o At least 5 years' experience in purchasing and/or commodity management.
o Exposure to ICT and Facilities Management procurement is preferable.
o Project or process management experience is advantageous.

Attributes & Competencies:
o Strong knowledge, understanding and experience of procurement, tender processes, strategic sourcing, and supplier management.
o Experience with managing tender processes from end to end
o Understanding of legislation such as PPPFA, BBBEE, Competition Act, and CIDB Act is advantageous.
o Excellent communication, negotiation, administrative and stakeholder engagement skills.
o Strong organisational, analytical, process and project management abilities.
o Excellent attention to detail, ethical conduct and mindset, and service excellence.
o Ability to work independently and collaboratively; strong administrative and record-keeping skills.
o Familiarity with ERP procurement modules and Strong MS Word and Excel skills.
o Critical thinking mindset.
o Can work independently with minimum supervision and can work as part of a team when required

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Closing Date: 19 December 2025

The University is committed to employment equity. Preference may be given to appointable applicants from the underrepresented designated groups in terms of the relevant employment equity plans and policies of the University. The University retains the right not to make an appointment and to verify all information provided by candidates.

Please note that correspondence will only be entered into with shortlisted candidates. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment or to re-advertise.

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