Category Specialist (Information Management) - Mining - 7-month Contract - Rosebank Gauteng

Kwena Human Capital; Rosebank; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company is seeking a Category Specialist for a 7-month contract in Rosebank, Gauteng. The role involves managing categories to enhance business performance through commercial agreements and supplier partnerships. Candidates should have relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree. Strong negotiation and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven practical experience in a role of similar complexity.
• IAITAM certification is advantageous.
• 5 to 10 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage specific categories to support broader portfolio strategy.
• Develop category strategies and execute sourcing activities.
• Support safety, health, and sustainability initiatives.

Skills

Information Management

Category Management

Supply Chain

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft

SAP

IBM

Siemens

Honeywell

Job description

Our client, a leading mining company, is looking to appoint a Category Specialist to join their team for a 7-month contract based in Rosebank, Gauteng.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing specific categories to support the broader portfolio strategy and business ambitions, aiming to improve business performance through commercial agreements, fostering innovation, supplier partnerships, and internal stakeholder collaboration.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent, or relevant tertiary qualification
• Proven practical experience in a role of similar complexity
• Information Management experience is essential
• IAITAM certification is advantageous
• Proficiency in Microsoft, SAP, IBM, Siemens, Honeywell
• Knowledge of software vendors, contracts, and licensing models
• Understanding of IT Architecture and translating business needs into contractual terms
• Awareness of risks related to Data privacy, Generative AI, and cloud computing
• Strong technical knowledge across the Supply Chain value chain
• Ability to integrate Commercial, PSC, Supplier Management & Purchasing disciplines
• Focus on Safety & Sustainability within Supply Chain & Inclusive Procurement
• Excellent commercial, negotiation, and business case development skills
• Experience in Category Management, sourcing, contracting, and Total Cost Ownership
• Supplier Relationship Management expertise
• Business Planning and Business Case development capabilities
• Knowledge of regional and local Inclusive Procurement requirements
• Ability to create an agile, focused working environment
• Advanced communication skills in English (verbal and written)
• Ability to work effectively in a virtual environment with internal and external stakeholders
• Comfortable working in volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous settings

Duties & Responsibilities:

Safety, Health & Environment

• Support safety, health, and sustainability initiatives and incorporate these into contractual documentation
• Include Contractor Performance Management requirements in contracts to meet safety expectations
• Identify value creation opportunities to enhance safety and social performance with responsible suppliers

Delivery & Performance

• Develop category strategies, support business cases, and execute sourcing and contracting activities
• Promote an agile Supply Chain responsive to changing business needs
• Manage projects related to key initiatives

Commercial Value Delivery & Supplier Partnering

• Support broader category strategy development with data, analysis, and market intelligence
• Develop strategies aligned with regional priorities to optimize costs and Total Cost of Ownership
• Implement value creation and engagement strategies with suppliers
• Manage relationships with strategic suppliers to foster innovation and value
• Participate in negotiations and finalize framework agreements

Planning

• Plan and execute activities related to contracts in the category portfolio
• Identify and track value and inclusive procurement opportunities
• Monitor progress against management targets
• Contribute to budget and resource planning

Sourcing & Contracts Management

• Oversee contract lifecycle and ensure timely administration and performance management
• Support implementation of bespoke agreements and resolve escalated issues
• Support risk mitigation and opportunity realization within the portfolio

Inclusive Procurement

• Address community-specific needs and develop value creation opportunities
• Drive inclusive procurement culture and strategies
• Ensure targets are met and embed inclusive procurement in agreements
• Support supplier development and community engagement initiatives

Sustainability & Social

• Promote sustainable value through ESG and innovation initiatives
• Develop and implement strategies that align with company ambitions in sustainability and community development

Physical Supply Chain

• Build relationships with materials management and warehousing teams
• Support demand planning, supplier performance, and digitization initiatives

People & Teams

• Foster a diverse and inclusive team culture
• Support cross-functional collaboration for category management activities

Desired Skills:

• Category Specialist
• Information Management
• Mining
• Supply Chain
• Category Management

Desired Work Experience:

• 5 to 10 years