Category Manager: Indirects- Durban

2 months ago


Durban, South Africa GUD Filters Full time

Job category: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related with good benefits

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.

Key Responsibilities

1. 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.

2. Category Strategies:

- Develop and implement robust, long-term category strategies aligned with overall Indirect strategy and 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.

3. 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.

4. Performance Management:

- Optimize product assortment and monitor key performance metrics to drive continuous improvement.

- 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.

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 Director/Managerial 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.

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