Job Description

At World Kinect, our employees are the key to our global success. We are industry leaders due to the innumerable talents of our approximately 5000 strong professional team. Our people thrive in an entrepreneurial and culturally-diverse environment, where innovative thinking, collaboration and efficient execution are highly valued. Our high-performance culture is what allows us to drive sustained growth. Stronger together, we promote an environment where individuals can thrive.
World Kinect - IT Category Manager, Indirect Procurement
Location: South Africa (Remote)
About the Role
As IT Category Manager, Indirect Procurement, you will lead strategic sourcing initiatives for IT categories, driving cost optimization, supplier performance, and innovation. This role offers the opportunity to influence procurement strategy, collaborate with senior stakeholders, and deliver measurable impact in a global organization.
Schedule will need to overlap with the US - East Standard Time Zone at the minimum half a day.
Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing Leadership: Develop and execute sourcing strategies for IT categories to meet business needs and reduce costs.
• Procurement Excellence: Manage RFIs, RFQs, and RFPs to identify and select best-fit providers.
• Data-Driven Negotiation: Design negotiation strategies, assess supplier risks, and lead cross-functional teams for strategic decisions.
• Contract Lifecycle Management: Oversee renewals, amendments, and terminations while ensuring compliance.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with IT, Legal, and Information Security teams to align requirements and negotiate terms.
• Market Intelligence: Conduct research and benchmarking to inform sourcing decisions and stay ahead of trends.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Build strong partnerships to improve performance and support business goals.
• Cost Optimization: Develop cost models, perform spend analysis, and present insights to identify efficiencies.
• Technology & Process Improvement: Use Oracle Fusion for P2P processes and lead automation initiatives.
• Compliance & Audit Support: Provide information for SOX controls and assist auditors.
• Team Leadership: Mentor and develop team members, fostering engagement and retention.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification.
• 8+ years in strategic sourcing
• Proven ability to negotiate complex IT contracts and manage supplier relationships.
• Strong communication skills for effective collaboration across all levels.
• Expertise in contract management and risk evaluation.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and adapt to change.
• Skilled in influencing and constructively challenging the status quo.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Why World Kinect?
At World Kinect, we connect businesses to energy solutions globally. Join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We offer a hybrid work environment, competitive compensation, and opportunities for growth in a fast-paced, evolving industry.
Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help us shape the future of IT sourcing at World Kinect.
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