Global Category Manager

2 weeks ago

Johannesburg, South Africa IWG Full time

**About the company**

IWG has been at the forefront of the flexible workspace revolution for more than 30 years. We have made it possible for organisations and individuals everywhere to take a new approach to the traditional working day. We have over 3,500 locations across over 120 countries allowing millions of people every day to have a great day at work.

Our customers are start-ups, small and medium-sized enterprises, and large multinationals. With unique business goals, people and aspirations. They want workspaces and communities to match their needs. We provide them with choice through our portfolio of brands, covering serviced offices (Regus, Spaces, HQ, Signature and No18), commercial real estate brokerage and managed office solutions.

**About the Role**

We are expanding our team and hiring a range of Category Managers across our supply chain operations. We are looking for expert category managers with one of the following experiences:

- Construction and fit out
- Building Maintenance (including cleaning services)

The Category Manager role is a critical and senior function in our supply chain team to enable IWG to meet its strategic objectives of sustainably growing our network and improving our profit margin. This position leads the company in the specific category, managing 3,500+ locations globally across 120+ countries.

The successful applicant will own the end to end process for supplying our centres. This includes but is not limited to identifying the right suppliers, securing the best market rates to manage our cost base, whilst meeting the sustainability requirements of the group. They will continually review and optimize our contracts, as well as driving cost reduction initiatives through technology in our centres. They will establish clear reporting on centre and vendor level consumption and spend. Where needed this role will engaged with key partners, ensuring suppliers meet negotiated SLA’s associated with service, delivery or billing and working to resolve any escalations,. This is a key role, accountable for managing relationships with our internal stakeholders, our external partners, and our supplier network to ensure we work collaboratively to improve our commercial performance and deliver against strategic objectives.

**Specific accountabilities**
- Develop and implement effective category management strategies that drive cost savings and efficiency and create additional value for clients through innovative service and product delivery.
- Ensure costs are recovered through various avenues, such as customer payments, centre recharges, rebates, or other creative cost recovery methods.
- Track and report on planned and validate achieved savings targets, as well as consumption data.
- Establish and cultivate robust relationships with key suppliers, fostering mutual benefits, enhancing quality and reliability, and driving innovation in supply chain processes and vendor partnerships.
- Lead the vendor selection process, including the execution of RFPs, RFQs, and other sourcing activities.
- Negotiate contracts to secure optimal terms and conditions, ensuring this process also prioritises value creation for clients and profitable cost recovery for the Category.
- Conduct regular vendor performance measurements and management, emphasising continual improvement and innovation
- Approve large/technical/one-off expenditures.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their needs and align strategies accordingly while maintaining a client-focused approach that drives value and innovation.
- Manage risks within the Category (including compliance with legislation) and develop contingency plans to mitigate them while identifying opportunities to leverage them to drive innovation and add value.
- Stay updated on market trends and conditions that impact the Category, including pricing, supply/demand dynamics, and innovation opportunities, to ensure the Category’s offerings remain competitive, valuable, and aligned with client’s needs and expectations.

**Applicant profile**:
**_ Minimum 5 years experience in category management, supply chain management, procurement, or a related field. Must be able to demonstrate experience in overseeing the strategic decision-making processes._**
- Market Awareness: Understands market trends, pricing dynamics, supply/demand dynamics, and innovation opportunities. The Category Owner should have a track record of leveraging this knowledge to ensure the Category's offerings remain competitive and valuable.
- Strategic Planning and Execution: Developing and implementing effective strategies. The Category Owner should have a proven track record of creating strategies that drive cost savings, efficiency, and added value through innovative product and service delivery.
- Commercial Acumen: A strong understanding of commercial strategies to recover costs is crucial. This includes experience with customer payments, centre recharges, rebates, and other innova

  • Global Category Manager

    1 month ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa IWG plc Full time

    Global Category Manager About the company IWG has been at the forefront of the flexible workspace revolution for more than 30 years. We have made it possible for organisations and individuals everywhere to take a new approach to the traditional working day. We have over 3,500 locations across over 120 countries allowing millions of people every day to...

  • Global Category Manager

    1 month ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa IWG plc Full time

    About the company IWG has been at the forefront of the flexible workspace revolution for more than 30 years. We have made it possible for organisations and individuals everywhere to take a new approach to the traditional working day. We have over 3,500 locations across over 120 countries allowing millions of people every day to have a great day at...

  • Category Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa Haleon Full time

    Hello. We’re Haleon. A new world-leading consumer health company. Shaped by all who join us. Together, we’re improving everyday health for billions of people. By growing and innovating our global portfolio of category-leading brands - including Sensodyne, Panadol, Advil, Voltaren, Theraflu, Otrivin, and Centrum - through a unique combination of deep...

  • Category Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa CA Global Headhunters Full time

    **Reference Number**: CESF15 An exciting new B2B Marketplace and e-procurement start-up is seeking a Category Manager to join them to drive the building, rollout, and growth of an Enterprise B2B Marketplace & E-Procurement solution. The Category Manager's goal is to increase the sales and profitability of the categories to drive sustainable growth, provide...

  • Category Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa CA Global Headhunters International Full time

    **Job Description**: **Reference Number: CESF15** An exciting new B2B Marketplace and e-procurement start-up is seeking a Category Manager to join them to drive the building, rollout, and growth of an Enterprise B2B Marketplace & E-Procurement solution. The Category Manager’s goal is to increase the sales and profitability of the categories to drive...

  • Category Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa Anglo American Full time

    Company Description Anglo American’s purpose is to reimagine mining to improve people’s lives and is committed to creating a Living Mine that brings positive value to the people and environment where we operate. Supply Chain is positioning itself for the future by becoming more purpose-driven in aid of realizing the Anglo-American purpose and driving...

  • Regional Category Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa Puma Energy Full time

    Main Purpose: The category manager has responsibility for the sourcing, procurement and commercial performance of suppliers of the category generating added value and cost savings regionally. Knowledge Skills and Abilities, Key Responsibilities: KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Understanding Business Requirements - Develop great working relationships with internal...

  • Category Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa eSoft development and technologies Full time

    Our client wants to grow their team and we are looking for a Category Manager. **The job at a glance**: You are responsible for developing and executing a Group Category sourcing strategy for your respective category that will deliver best procurement value and mitigate supply risks. You will establish a distinctive competency and understanding of the...

  • Category Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa eSoft Development and Technologies Full time

    **The job at glance** You are responsible for developing and executing a Group Category sourcing strategy for your respective category that will deliver best procurement value and mitigate supply risks. You will establish a distinctive competency and understanding of the category characteristics, the business needs and the prevailing market dynamics. You...

  • Category Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa De Beers Group of Companies Full time

    Company Description - Anglo American’s purpose is to reimagine mining to improve people’s lives and is committed to creating a Living Mine that brings positive value to the people and environment where we operate. Supply Chain is positioning itself for the future by becoming more purpose-driven in aid of realizing the Anglo-American purpose and driving...

  • Category Manager

    1 month ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa Isilumko Staffing Full time

    Are you in the job market, and do you** **have FMCG experience (Worked in **Buying, Merchandising or Category Management **teams within FMCG with a basic understanding of how product ranging works)** **and are you **immediately available** to work a **three month contract** at an online food ordering company? Then this is for you, we have an exciting...

  • Regional Category Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa Puma Energy Full time

    Main Purpose: The category manager has responsibility for the sourcing, procurement and commercial performance of suppliers of the category generating added value and cost savings regionally. Knowledge Skills and Abilities, Key Responsibilities: KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Understanding Business Requirements - Develop great working relationships with internal...

  • Category Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa Mass Staffing Projects Full time

    **Job Information** - Location- Manufacturing Jobs in Johannesburg- Salary- R720k - R660k- Job Type- Permanent- Education- Degree or Diploma- Experience- 5+ years' experience- Reference- PR25022020GR- - logistics.jobs(at)staffingprojects.co.za- Fax- 0867247757Stop, if you are a Category Manager this is a fantastic opportunity to be a part of a very...

  • Director ,category & Innovation Fuel Africa

    2 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa Coca-Cola Full time

    Join the Coca-Cola Company, a global leader in the beverage industry, where innovation meets tradition, and the future is as exciting as our rich history. Our team is dedicated to delivering best-in-class insights to drive customer growth and we are currently seeking a Director of Category Management to join our team. If you are ready to leverage unique...

  • Director ,Category & Innovation Fuel Africa

    2 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa Coca Cola Full time

    Description Summary: Join the Coca-Cola Company, a global leader in the beverage industry, where innovation meets tradition, and the future is as exciting as our rich history. Our team is dedicated to delivering best-in-class insights to drive customer growth and we are currently seeking a Director of Category Management to join our team. If you are...

  • Procurement Category Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa Servest Careers Full time

    **Job Context**: **Servest is a world class business which is innovative and a leader in the Integrated Facilities Management Industry. The company offers an innovative environment that will accelerate your development and skills, as the highest value is placed on attracting top talent to the organisation.** **Applications are invited for a** vacancy exists...

  • Category Management Manager: Fuel

    4 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa Transnet Full time

    **_ Equity Statement :Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the_** **_designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating_** **_Divisions_** **_ Alternative Application Methods: (Completed Curriculum Vitae to be submitted)_** Post: E-mail: Fax: before the closing date of...

  • Category Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa Mirror Images Full time

    Gauteng, JHB - Western Suburbs - R 48 750 Monthly Cost To Company (Negotiable) One **of the largest stationery and promotional gift company based in the West Rand of Johannesburg is currently seeking Category Manager/Senior Data Analyst for their marketing department.** **MAIN PURPOSE**: **To analyze data (IRI | Cognos | Trade Intelligence) to drive...

  • Category Director

    4 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa eSoft Development and Technologies Full time

    **The job at glance** You are responsible for developing and executing a Category sourcing strategy for your respective category that will deliver best procurement value and mitigate supply risks. You will establish a distinctive competency and understanding of the category characteristics, the business needs and the prevailing market dynamics. You manage a...

  • Associate Manager, Category

    1 month ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa BIC Full time

    For over 75 years, BIC has been creating ingeniously simple and joyful products that are a part of every heart and home. As a member of our team, you'll be a part of reigniting a beloved brand as we continue to reimagine everyday essentials in new, sustainable and responsible ways. Our "roll up your sleeves and get the job done" approach to work creates an...