Procurement Transformation Manager

The Focus Group; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading South African organization is seeking a Procurement Transformation Manager to oversee the implementation of BBBEE legislation and develop strategies aligned with corporate goals. Key responsibilities include managing BEE compliance, stakeholder engagement, and supplier relationships. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in procurement transformation, strong project management, and communication skills, alongside appropriate academic qualifications. This position is critical in driving transformative changes in procurement practices.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years in senior procurement transformation roles.
• Managerial experience in diversity and inclusion portfolios.
• Financial understanding for BBBEE scorecard calculations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement transformation strategies.
• Lead and manage BEE compliance activities.
• Manage supplier relationships and communications.

Skills

Understanding of BBBEE Act

Communication skills

Project management skills

Advanced MS Excel

Auditing skills

Education

Relevant 3-year degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor of Commerce

Job description

Purpose of the Job

Manage procurement’s transformation journey, ensuring the implementation and administration of all BBBEE-related legislation and sector codes. Develop strategies and policies aligned with the Company’s overall Transformation strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategy Formation & Implementation: Develop, implement, and monitor procurement transformation strategies and targets in consultation with stakeholders. Align strategies with overall transformation objectives and share with the CSI team on a 3-year cycle.
• Regulatory Compliance & Scorecard Management: Lead and manage all BEE compliance activities. Ensure legislative compliance and stay updated with Codes of Good Practice. Calculate and monitor the company’s BBBEE scorecard and prepare verification packages.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Manage internal and external supplier relationships, especially LED suppliers. Communicate BBBEE compliance via spend reports and analysis. Organize regional supplier market days and participate in supplier development selection panels.
• Policy Development & Implementation: Ensure BBBEE and transformation requirements are included and updated in procurement policies.
• Transformational Change Management: Design and deliver BBBEE reports (monthly, quarterly, annual). Monitor spend behavior and mitigate risks to procurement scores. Conduct BBBEE information sessions as needed.
• Supplier/Vendor Management: Monitor and address gaps in suppliers’ BBBEE performance. Advise SMMEs on BBBEE compliance and refer struggling businesses to incubator partners.
• Leadership & Reporting: Provide mentorship to team members responsible for LED. Compile ESG reports for procurement and other reporting requirements.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong understanding of BBBEE Act, Scorecard, Property Charter, and sector charters.
• Excellent communication, presentation, stakeholder management, and project management skills.
• Advanced MS Excel skills for scorecard analysis and reporting.
• Auditing and verification skills; basic financial statement understanding.

Competencies

• Strategic and analytical thinker.
• Attention to detail and deadline driven.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, with resilience and conflict management ability.

Experience

• 10–15 years in senior procurement transformation roles. Managerial experience in diversity and inclusion portfolios. Financial understanding for BBBEE scorecard calculations.

Education

• Relevant 3-year degree in Supply Chain Management or Bachelor of Commerce. Industry Transformation qualification preferred.

Internal & External Liaison

• Internal: Finance, CSI, Legal, RFP team, and all relevant departments/sectors.
• External: LED implementation partners, incubator partners, BBBEE verification agencies, SANAS, suppliers/vendors.