Job Description

The Focus Group Sandton, South Africa 03 December 2025 Mid / Senior 0 - 0 Full Time Cost to Company 10 years - 15 years Skills BBBEE Human Resources Policies MS Excel Data Analysis Financial Data Compliance Training Project Management Strategy Development Human Resources Reporting Human Resources Procedures Industries Property Human Resources

Purpose of the Job

Manage procurement's transformation journey, ensuring the implementation and administration of all BBBEE-related legislation and sector codes. Develop strategies and policies aligned with the Company's overall Transformation strategy.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy Formation & Implementation:

Develop, implement, and monitor procurement transformation strategies and targets in consultation with stakeholders. Align strategies with overall transformation objectives and share with the CSI team on a 3-year cycle.

Regulatory Compliance & Scorecard Management:

Lead and manage all BEE compliance activities. Ensure legislative compliance and stay updated with Codes of Good Practice. Calculate and monitor the company's BBBEE scorecard and prepare verification packages.

Stakeholder Engagement:

Manage internal and external supplier relationships, especially LED suppliers. Communicate BBBEE compliance via spend reports and analysis. Organize regional supplier market days and participate in supplier development selection panels.

Policy Development & Implementation:

Ensure BBBEE and transformation requirements are included and updated in procurement policies.

Transformational Change Management:

Design and deliver BBBEE reports (monthly, quarterly, annual). Monitor spend behavior and mitigate risks to procurement scores. Conduct BBBEE information sessions as needed.

Supplier/Vendor Management:

Monitor and address gaps in suppliers' BBBEE performance. Advise SMMEs on BBBEE compliance and refer struggling businesses to incubator partners.

Leadership & Reporting:

Provide mentorship to team members responsible for LED. Compile ESG reports for procurement and other reporting requirements.

Knowledge & Skills

Strong understanding of BBBEE Act, Scorecard, Property Charter, and sector charters.

Excellent communication, presentation, stakeholder management, and project management skills.

Advanced MS Excel skills for scorecard analysis and reporting.

Auditing and verification skills; basic financial statement understanding.

Competencies

Strategic and analytical thinker.

Attention to detail and deadline driven.

Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, with resilience and conflict management ability.

Experience

10-15 years in senior procurement transformation roles. Managerial experience in diversity and inclusion portfolios. Financial understanding for BBBEE scorecard calculations.

Education

Relevant 3-year degree in Supply Chain Management or Bachelor of Commerce. Industry Transformation qualification preferred.

Internal & External Liaison

Internal:

Finance, CSI, Legal, RFP team, and all relevant departments/sectors.

External:

LED implementation partners, incubator partners, BBBEE verification agencies, SANAS, suppliers/vendors.