Procurement Strategy Leader – Global Sourcing & Governance

GEA Systems North America; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

GEA Systems North America is seeking a senior procurement leader to drive local implementation of global policies, lead key buyer teams and ensure governance across sourcing, contracts and supplier management.

The role emphasizes strategic leadership, cross-functional collaboration and relentless focus on savings, risk management and operational excellence, including SAP S/4HANA readiness.

Responsibilities

• Translate global procurement policies into a local roadmap and objectives.
• Lead Strategic Buyers and Project Procurement teams within the approved structure.
• Governance: SOPs, thresholds, supplier onboarding and contract controls.
• Sourcing, bids, negotiations, supplier selection and performance management.
• SAP S/4HANA readiness, data cleansing and process alignment.

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

Job description

GEA Systems North America is seeking a senior procurement leader to drive local implementation of global policies, lead key buyer teams and ensure governance across sourcing, contracts and supplier management.

The role emphasizes strategic leadership, cross-functional collaboration and relentless focus on savings, risk management and operational excellence, including SAP S/4HANA readiness.