Category Management Specialist

6 days ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Smart Procurement Full time
Job Summary

Smart Procurement is seeking a talented and experienced Category Manager to join our team.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in strategic sourcing and a proven track record of delivering cost savings projects.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for assigned commodities and managing relationships with key suppliers.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans to achieve optimal procurement value and mitigate supply risks
  • Manage relationships with key suppliers to ensure healthy and collaborative partnerships
  • Deliver cost savings projects focused on Total Cost Optimization
  • Lead and develop a team of sourcing specialists
Requirements
  • 5-7 years of experience in procurement
  • Extensive experience in FMCG industry
  • Strong financial and commercial acumen
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills


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