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Category Manager - Indirects

GUD Filters • Other • KwaMakhutha, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa • $300 - $400 / year • 5h ago

Job category: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

Introduction

Join our dynamic team as a Category Manager – Indirects in Procurement, where you'll play a pivotal role in strategically optimizing the procurement process within this category. This diverse category encompasses engineering, services, indirect commodities, and stock categories.

Responsibilities

Market analysis

Conduct comprehensive market research to identify trends and assess supplier capabilities, ensuring informed procurement decisions.
Utilize data analytics tools to analyze procurement data and identify opportunities for efficiency improvements.

Category Strategies

Develop and implement Indirect category management strategies in support of business goals.
Anticipate market shifts and adapt strategies accordingly, ensuring agility in response to changing conditions.
Collaborate cross-functionally to align on category strategies and drive effective communication.

Category management

Foster strong relationships with suppliers through Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), driving favorable outcomes.
Drive cost reduction initiatives while maintaining quality standards.
Manage product lifecycle and contracts with suppliers, ensuring compliance and availability of high-quality products.

Performance management

Drive continuous improvement to deliver sustainable value and ongoing cost optimization.
Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to keep them informed of procurement activities.
Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and company policies throughout the procurement process.
Drive high levels of output and performance across the purchasing team to address business requirements.

Minimum Requirements

Post matric qualification in Supply Chain/Logistics/Procurement.
CIPS Level 4 and above certification.
Minimum 5 years of relevant procurement/supply chain experience, including managerial roles.
Proficiency in MS Office, E1 (JDE)/SAP, Pastel, and P2P systems.

Demonstrates proficiency in customer interaction at senior management levels, excels in high-pressure environments with meticulous attention to detail. Solution-oriented with proactive initiative and accountability. Possesses exceptional verbal and written communication skills, maintains a positive attitude, and approaches tasks with an analytical mindset. Proficient in negotiation and advanced Excel, with adaptability to dynamic, entrepreneurial settings.

Applicants who have not heard from us within 20 days of their application may assume that their application has been unsuccessful and are hereby thanked for their interest.

*Position will be filled in line with the company’s transformation objectives.*

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