Senior Procurement Manager

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); In loco; ZAR 1.500.000 - 2.100.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Executive bonus

Premium health insurance

Retirement benefits

International exposure

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 in Mbombela (Nelspruit) seeks a Senior Procurement Manager to lead a high-impact procurement function. You will shape the company’s sourcing strategy, secure major supplier agreements, and drive substantial cost savings across all spend categories.

You will manage a team of procurement professionals, implement best practices, and align procurement with strategic business goals from Nelspruit. Strong leadership and global supply chain experience are essential.

Competenze

• Master’s degree in SCM, Business, or similar field.
• CIPS qualification preferred but not mandatory.
• 10+ years of progressive procurement leadership experience.
• Proven track record of large-scale cost savings and transformation.
• Strong contract law, negotiation, and supplier relationship management.
• Exceptional leadership, communication and influencing skills.

Mansioni

• Develop and implement the overarching procurement strategy.
• Lead and mentor the procurement team with a focus on performance.
• Oversee negotiations and contract management for major suppliers.
• Drive continuous improvement using data and technology.
• Manage cross-functional stakeholder relationships.
• Ensure governance, risk management and compliance frameworks.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder mgmt

Negotiation

Cost savings

Supply chain know-how

Formazione

Master’s degree in SCM/related field

CIPS qualification preferred

Strumenti

ERP/Procurement software

Data analytics tools

Contract management systems

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly experienced and strategic Senior Procurement Manager to lead their procurement function based in Nelspruit . This senior role is responsible for developing and executing the company's overall procurement strategy, managing key supplier relationships, and driving significant cost savings and value creation across all spend categories. You will lead a team of procurement professionals, implement best-in-class procurement practices, and ensure alignment with the company's strategic goals. This is a critical leadership position demanding extensive experience and a proven ability to drive organizational change.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the overarching procurement strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Lead and mentor the procurement team, fostering talent development and high performance.
• Oversee complex negotiations and contract management for major supplier agreements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement function, leveraging data and technology.
• Manage stakeholder relationships across various departments to ensure procurement meets business needs effectively.
• Ensure robust risk management and compliance frameworks are in place for all procurement activities.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field; CIPS qualification preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in procurement leadership roles, with a strong strategic focus.
• Demonstrated success in leading large-scale procurement transformations and achieving significant cost savings.
• Expertise in contract law, negotiation strategies, and supplier relationship management.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and influencing skills.
• Proven ability to manage complex global supply chains and diverse stakeholder groups.

Benefits

• Executive-level salary and comprehensive bonus structure.
• Premium health insurance, retirement benefits, and other executive perks.
• Opportunities for international exposure and career advancement.
• A challenging and rewarding role with significant strategic impact in Nelspruit.
• Supportive leadership and a company culture that values excellence.