Senior Procurement Manager: Indirect Materials

Fempower Personnel; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager: Indirect Materials in Johannesburg. The role focuses on executing effective procurement strategies for a complex portfolio. Responsibilities include developing category strategies, managing indirect spend, and engaging with stakeholders. Ideal candidates have over 7 years in strategic sourcing, 3 years in Category Management, and strong negotiation skills. Experience in manufacturing, mining, or FMCG is a plus. This position offers the opportunity to drive savings and improve procurement processes.

Qualifications

• 7+ years experience in strategic sourcing.
• Minimum 3 years experience in Category Management.
• 3-5 years in management or senior leadership role is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category and sourcing strategies aligned to business needs.
• Manage a large and sensitive indirect spend portfolio.
• Lead practical sourcing initiatives including RFx processes.
• Perform and interpret spend analysis and TCO modelling.

Skills

Cost savings

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Project management

Time management

Resilience

Education

University degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Commerce, Engineering, Business or related field

Job description

Role Purpose

Our client is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager: Indirect Materials to drive the execution of effective procurement strategies across a complex indirect spend portfolio. The role is both operational and strategic, requiring a seasoned procurement leader who can optimise Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), manage supplier risk, and deliver measurable savings in a fast-paced environment.

The successful incumbent will manage high-impact, service-based categories including Facilities, Travel, Entertainment, Insurance, SHEQ, Catering, PPE, Hygiene, Utilities, and related services across the Group.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category and sourcing strategies aligned to business needs and procurement policy

• Manage a large and sensitive indirect spend portfolio, delivering measurable and auditable savings

• Lead practical sourcing initiatives, including RFx processes, supplier negotiations, and contract implementation

• Perform and interpret spend analysis and TCO modelling to inform decision-making

• Manage supplier performance, risk, and compliance, ensuring SLA adherence

• Engage closely with internal stakeholders and end users, demonstrating empathy and service focus

• Drive continuous improvement, governance adherence, and operational discipline

• Operate effectively in a hands-on capacity, supporting an evolving and under-resourced structure

Minimum Requirements

• University degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Commerce, Engineering, Business or related field

• 7+ years’ experience in strategic sourcing

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in Category Management

• 3 – 5 years in a management or senior leadership role (advantageous)

• MCIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply), PMP, or SCMP – desirable

Experience & Skills

• Proven experience delivering significant cost savings within indirect procurement

• Strong exposure to facilities-heavy and service-based categories

• Advanced negotiation, influencing, and stakeholder management skills

• Strong project and time management capability with a delivery focus

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, operational environment

• Resilient, change‑agile, and execution‑driven mindset

Ideal Background

Candidates from manufacturing, mining, or FMCG environments with deep indirect procurement exposure are strongly encouraged to apply.