Senior Manager Procurement and Supply Chain

DXC Technology Inc.; Kariega; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A global IT solutions provider is seeking a Senior Manager in Procurement and Supply Chain. The successful candidate will lead procurement strategy for a dedicated customer account, managing supplier relationships, performance, and compliance with governance. This role emphasizes cost management, risk assessment, and negotiation, requiring UK Nationals with SC clearance or eligibility. The position prioritizes in-person collaboration while supporting well-being and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• UK Nationals with SC clearance or eligible to obtain is required.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience managing high-value procurements.
• Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively across teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement strategy and execution for dedicated customer account.
• Manage complex, high-value procurements focused on cost savings.
• Develop and monitor supplier performance against KPIs.
• Collaborate with category management and internal stakeholders.
• Identify and mitigate supplier risks including financial and operational.
• Ensure compliance with internal governance frameworks.
• Develop and implement procurement policies and procedures.
• Lead negotiations on pricing and contract terms.
• Work with internal teams to support broader business objectives.
• Mentor less experienced procurement staff.

Skills

Procurement Strategy

Supplier Performance Management

Negotiation

Risk Management

Cost Management

Job description

Job Description:

At DXC Technology, delivering excellence for our customers and colleagues is more than just a motto, it’s something we strive towards constantly through our work. Every day we deliver mission critical services in a secure environment whilst promoting our people first agenda, a real sense of community and a healthy work-life balance. Our consistently positive customer feedback and continuous growth helps us cement our place as one of the world’s leading IT solutions enterprises, helping us deliver services and solutions in both challenging and exciting situations.

We have an excellent opportunity for a Senior Manager in Procurement and Supply Chain to join our expanding UK based team.

You will lead procurement strategy and execution for a dedicated customer account, acting as a trusted business partner to ensure suppliers deliver optimal value aligned with account objectives. Oversees sourcing, supplier performance, risk management, and compliance with procurement governance and policy. Collaborates with category management and internal stakeholders to drive strategic outcomes and continuous improvement.

Successful candidates are required to be UK Nationals with SC clearance or be eligible to obtain.

Key Responsibilities

• Trusted Business Partnership: Serves as a strategic advisor to the supported account, ensuring procurement activities are aligned with business goals. Builds strong relationships with account stakeholders to understand needs and ensure suppliers deliver the right value, innovation, and service levels.
• Strategic Procurement & Cost Management: Manages complex, high-value procurements with a focus on delivering consistent cost savings, operational efficiency, and business impact.
• Supplier Performance Management: Develops and monitors supplier performance against KPIs (e.g., delivery reliability, quality, cost, responsiveness). Drives corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure supplier accountability and value delivery.
• Category Management Collaboration: Partners with category managers to develop and execute sourcing strategies that reflect market dynamics and account-specific requirements.
• Supplier Risk Management: Identifies, assesses, and mitigates supplier risks including financial, operational, and compliance-related exposures. Implements risk controls and contingency plans to protect business continuity.
• Governance & Compliance: Ensures procurement activities adhere to internal governance frameworks, regulatory requirements, and ethical standards. Maintains audit readiness and supports policy enforcement.
• Procurement Policy & Process Management: Develops, implements, and enforces procurement policies and procedures. Recommends and executes process improvements to enhance transparency, efficiency, and control.
• Vendor Selection & Relationship Management: Evaluates and maintains supplier relationships, recommending changes based on performance, strategic alignment, and risk profile. Builds senior-level relationships to foster collaboration and innovation.
• Negotiation & Contracting: Leads complex negotiations on pricing, delivery terms, and conditions. Manages RFP/RFI processes and ensures favorable commercial and operational outcomes.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Works with internal teams including finance, operations, legal, and category management to ensure procurement strategies support broader business objectives.
• Leadership & Mentorship: Provides guidance and support to less experienced procurement staff, fostering development, knowledge sharing, and high performance.

At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.