Category Manager - Indirect Procurement

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus opportunities

Strategic role

Professional development

Health & wellness benefits

Flexible working

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Category Manager in Stellenbosch to oversee indirect procurement including IT, marketing, facilities, and professional services. You will develop category strategies, lead supplier negotiations, and deliver cost savings while building strong stakeholder relationships across the organization.

The role requires strong analytical capabilities, market knowledge, and collaboration with internal teams to align procurement with business goals.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in category management or strategic sourcing, specifically in indirect procurement.
• Proven track record of delivering significant cost savings and improving supplier performance.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with e-sourcing tools and procurement platforms.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies for indirect spend areas, optimizing value and managing risk.
• Lead complex sourcing projects and negotiations for key indirect categories.
• Manage and develop relationships with strategic suppliers within assigned categories.
• Conduct spend analysis and market research to identify sourcing opportunities and best practices.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand business requirements and ensure alignment with procurement strategies.
• Monitor category performance, track savings, and report on key metrics to senior management.

Skills

Category management

Strategic sourcing

Negotiation

Spend analysis

Stakeholder management

Supplier management

E-sourcing tools

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Procurement platforms

Supplier management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a strategic Category Manager specializing in Indirect Procurement to join their team. This role, based in Stellenbosch , will oversee the procurement of non-direct goods and services, such as IT, marketing, facilities, and professional services. You will develop category strategies, lead supplier negotiations, and ensure the delivery of significant cost savings and value. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, deep market knowledge, and the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies for indirect spend areas, optimizing value and managing risk.
• Lead complex sourcing projects and negotiations for key indirect categories.
• Manage and develop relationships with strategic suppliers within assigned categories.
• Conduct spend analysis and market research to identify sourcing opportunities and best practices.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand business requirements and ensure alignment with procurement strategies.
• Monitor category performance, track savings, and report on key metrics to senior management.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in category management or strategic sourcing, specifically in indirect procurement.
• Proven track record of delivering significant cost savings and improving supplier performance.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with e-sourcing tools and procurement platforms.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Strategic role with significant impact on organizational cost savings.
• Professional development and training in advanced procurement techniques.Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in the vibrant city of Stellenbosch with flexible working options.