Procurement Superintendent – Goods and Capex

Samancor Chrome Ltd.; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Samancor Chrome Ltd. in Gauteng seeks a Procurement Superintendent – Goods and Capex to develop and implement procurement strategies for the assigned commodities category.

The role focuses on cost optimization, supplier governance and risk management within bulk procurement. The position requires strong leadership for the section and collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver value across the business while ensuring compliance with policies and SHEQ standards.

Qualifications

• Degree or National Diploma in Commerce, Law, Engineering or Supply Chain Management.
• Minimum 6 years relevant experience, with at least 2 years in a managerial capacity.
• Knowledge of procurement processes and category management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategy for assigned category.
• Manage procurement activities for bulk commodities such as Diesel, Gas, or refractories.
• Identify and implement strategic sourcing and contract management to reduce TCO.
• Lead supplier negotiations and ensure governance across contracts.
• Monitor performance, drive continuous improvement and enterprise development.
• Ensure compliance with policies, procedures and safety standards.

Skills

Microsoft programs

Samancor Chrome Systems

SAP

COUPA

MES

IMS

EBMS

Education

Degree or National Diploma in Commerce, Law, Engineering or SCM

Tools

SAP

COUPA

MES

IMS

EBMS

Job description

Procurement Superintendent – Goods and Capex (Gauteng)

2026/10/29

Reference Number

Description

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

To assist in the development and implementation of procurement strategy for the assigned category of commodities.

BALANCED SCORECARD PILLARS, ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

SAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT AND QUALITY

• Identify and assess level of issue based risk exposures in area of responsibility by considering exposures to business, financial, legal issues, people, equipment, material, environment, processes, etc.
• Consider the level of risk, apply mitigation and implement control measures for residual risk (set objectives, minimum requirements, etc.)
• Manage SHEQ compliance within the Section through effective use of the Toolbox
• Utilise the Integrated Management System (IMS) to initiate, investigate and report SHEQ status

PEOPLE

Manage the Section:

• Manage labour stability by minimising labour turnover
  • Labour complement in line with budget.
  • Achieve HDSA/Female targets for the Section.
• Manage performance against set targets and competencies
  • Ensure IDP’s are linked to performance results and implemented as per plan.
• Conduct career discussions and implement actions with all identified talent (quarterly).
• Ensure discipline is maintained (absenteeism, lateness, overtime, misconduct, etc.)
• Coach and counsel people to ensure improved performance levels.
• Conduct recruitment interviews.

CUSTOMERS

• Maintain and improve relationships with all key stakeholders.
• Ensure customer and supplier satisfaction.
• Interact with customers and familiarise yourself with operational concerns and any inherent peculiarities.
• Establish and maintain effective communication channels and networks between customers and suppliers.

BUSINESS PROCESSES

Category Management:

• Manage all procurement-related activities of third party spend within the assigned category of bulk commodities like Diesel, Gas, Refractory, etc.
• Identify and implement the strategic sourcing initiatives for the assigned category to reduce the Total Cost of Ownership.
• Identify, implement and maintain the relevant commodity contracts (ad hoc and committed spend) to support the business.
• Achieve targeted cost savings, including effective negotiation processes with vendors.
• Develop and maintain expert knowledge of the respective supply markets, competitors and product/service innovations.
• Facilitate implementation of procurement change initiatives within the assigned category to improve business performance.
• Manage all aspects of the vendor rationalization strategy within the assigned category to support the business nationally, including vendor selection, compliance and performance.

Stakeholder Management:

• Build strong relationships with internal and external customers with a view to enhancing the customer experience.

Contract Management:

• Manage all contracts within the assigned category across its lifecycle, including terminations, renewals, extensions and re-assignments.
• Identify and manage risk to the business together with the cross-functional contracting team (Finance, Legal, Business Units, Maintenance Engineering)
• Identify innovative procurement solutions that provide efficiencies for the organisation.

Management support:

• Perform procurement analyses and reporting to assist management to track, monitor and achieve departmental targets.
• Perform a mentorship role to Procurement Specialists and Contract Practitioners.

GROWTH

• Manage Continuous Improvement through Operational Excellence.
• Identify opportunities for improvements within the Procurement pipeline.
• Drive improvement projects as required.
• Increase BEE spend.
• Initiate Enterprise Development and Preferential Procurement opportunities.

SHAREHOLDER VALUE

• Manage the Section costs.
• Comply with Financial Policies and Procedures.
• Protect company assets.
• Reduce Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and establish a competitive advantage through proactive procurement.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Safety Leadership
• Leadership
• Planning, Organising & Control
• Results Orientation
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Aligning Performance for Success
• Communication
• Building Strong Teams
• Business Acumen

WORKPLACE COMPETENCIES:

Skills:

• Microsoft programs.
• Samancor Chrome Systems (IMS, EBMS, SAP, COUPA, MES)

Knowledge:

• Understanding of legal contracts and Contract Management.
• Understanding of market dynamics of assigned category of commodities.
• Knowledge of Supply Chain Management, Policies and Procedures, Systems Analysis, Mathematics,
• Knowledge of Mining Charter, B-BBEE Act and the Code of Good Practise.

Requirements

• Degree or National Diploma Commerce, Law, Engineering or Supply Chain Management.
• 6 years’ relevant experience, preferably 2 years’ managerial experience