Category Manager

1 week ago

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Feltex Full time R1 000 000 - R3 000 000 per year
Job Advert Summary

This role is to oversee the procurement activities within specific categories of goods or services for the organisation. The category manager delivers customer value through robust category and sourcing strategies which deliver the customer requirements of supply reliability, value (quality and price), cost savings and innovation.

The category manager needs to align business needs with supplier capabilities, drives category excellence by leveraging market insight, fostering supplier partnerships and delivering measurable cost and quality improvements through supporting operational efficiency and transformation at a divisional level and collaborate across departments to embed procurement as a strategic enabler.

Minimum Requirements

Relevant degree level or postgraduate business qualification.

Chartered Institute for Procurement and Supply (Diploma in Purchasing and/or equivalent).

Experience:

Minimum of 5 years in procurement or supply chain.

Proven track record of managing procurement categories.

Experience in strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and contract negotiations at a senior level.

Experience in managing complex, high risk projects and programs to improve performance and deliver service.

Strong understanding of procurement methodologies, contract law, and vendor management.

Duties & Responsibilities

Category strategy:

  • Develop and implement procurement strategies for assigned category or categories to achieve cost savings, quality improvements, and supply chain efficiencies.

Benefits tracking:

  • Create and maintain a value benefits pipeline for each category and track benefits achieved.

Supplier management:

  • Build and maintain relationships with suppliers, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance. Monitor supplier performance, resolve issues, and implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimise procurement processes.

Cost management:

  • Analyse costs, identify savings opportunities, and implement cost-effective procurement strategies.

Risk management:

  • Assess and mitigate risks related to procurement activities, ensuring continuity of supply.

Stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration:

  • Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to understand their requirements, provide procurement expertise, and ensure alignment with organisational goals. Actively work with divisional management and / or KAP senior category manager/s to support initiatives.

Change & transformation:

  • Lead category-related initiatives, ensuring smooth adoption of new processes, tools, and ways of working. Support the Head of Procurement with driving change and enablement.

Procurement expertise:

  • Stay updated with industry trends, regulations, and best practices in procurement to recommend and implement innovative sourcing strategies.

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