Snr Manager Mechanical Gasification

Sasol; Secunda; On-site; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Sasol in Secunda, Mpumalanga, seeks an experienced Category Sourcing Leader to direct development of procurement strategies and drive contract negotiations for the external spend portfolio. You will lead a team to deliver value through total cost of ownership reductions and supplier localisation initiatives.

Role responsibilities include shaping functional strategy, managing stakeholder relationships, and ensuring contracts meet Sasol standards while driving learning and agility across the

Qualifications

• Experience in strategic procurement and category management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the development and implementation of sourcing strategies for the category in order to realise increased business value for Sasol by leveraging external spend, through a total cost of ownership reduction approach.
• Develop and implement a functional strategy for the category team.
• Continuously monitor and analyse the internal and external environments to identify opportunities and threats impacting Sasol's category sourcing strategies and contracts; adapt, continuously improve and update sourcing strategies and contracts to mitigate threats and capitalise on opportunities.
• Analyse the stakeholder landscape and proactively manage relationships to ensure support for and participation in processes to develop and implement sourcing strategies and contracts.
• Manage the translation of sourcing strategies into contract terms and conditions to increase business value.
• Lead and oversee the preparation, negotiation and administration all contracts within the portfolio in accordance with Sasol policies, procedures and legal requirements.
• Categorise and manage relationships with strategic suppliers so as to minimise security of supply risks and unlock increased business value.
• Drive a culture of learning, growth, continuous improvement and Agility in the category team.
• Drive transformation and BBBEE improvement in Sasol's external spend by identifying and implementing preferential procurement and supplier localisation opportunities.
• Drive procurement efficiency improvement and risk reduction by implementing effective methods to maximise 'on-contract' and automated spend within the category.
• Manage talent within the category, including regular personal development and performance management discussions and reviews with team members.
• Ensure robust contract management and review; ensure that contracts in own category meet minimum Sasol standards and requirements.

Skills

LC_Commercial Agility

LC_Business Ownership

LC_Drives Innovation

LC_External Focus

LC_Customer Centricity

LC_Collaborative

LC_Inspirational

LC_Builds Talent

LC_Developing Self

LC_Partnerships

LC_Delivery Excellence

TC_Engineering Implementation

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Certificate

Government Certificate of Competency (GCC)

Job description

Sasol is a global integrated chemicals and energy company with a 75-year heritage. Through our talented people, we use our expertise and selected technologies to safely and sustainably source, manufacture and market chemical and energy products globally. When you join Team Sasol, you are joining a company that puts people at the center of everything we do.

Sasol invests in its employees along every stage of the career path and offers development opportunities to help you cultivate your career in a culture that embraces diversity and inclusion.

Job Requisition ID

12979

Closing Date

1 September 2026

OME

EOP: Secunda Operations

Location

Secunda, Mpumalanga

Purpose of Job

To direct the development of a new approach to mechanical / electro-mechanical engineering, the contribution to development of project plans, and the coordination and execution of field engineering projects to meet the engineering wider strategy.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead and oversee the development and implementation of sourcing strategies for the category in order to realise increased business value for Sasol by leveraging external spend, through a total cost of ownership reduction approach.
• Develop and implement a functional strategy for the category team.
• Continuously monitor and analyse the internal and external environments to identify opportunities and threats impacting Sasol's category sourcing strategies and contracts; adapt, continuously improve and update sourcing strategies and contracts to mitigate threats and capitalise on opportunities.
• Analyse the stakeholder landscape and proactively manage relationships to ensure support for and participation in processes to develop and implement sourcing strategies and contracts.
• Manage the translation of sourcing strategies into contract terms and conditions to increase business value.
• Lead and oversee the preparation, negotiation and administration all contracts within the portfolio in accordance with Sasol policies, procedures and legal requirements.
• Categorise and manage relationships with strategic suppliers so as to minimise security of supply risks and unlock increased business value.
• Drive a culture of learning, growth, continuous improvement and Agility in the category team.
• Drive transformation and BBBEE improvement in Sasol's external spend by identifying and implementing preferential procurement and supplier localisation opportunities.
• Drive procurement efficiency improvement and risk reduction by implementing effective methods to maximise 'on-contract' and automated spend within the category.
• Manage talent within the category, including regular personal development and performance management discussions and reviews with team members.
• Ensure robust contract management and review; ensure that contracts in own category meet minimum Sasol standards and requirements.

Formal Education

• University Bachelors Degree
• Certificate
• Government Certificate of Competency (GCC)

Working Experience

Experience: 12+ relevant years

Required Personal And Professional Skills

• LC_Commercial Agility
• LC_Business Ownership
• LC_Drives Innovation
• LC_External Focus
• LC_Customer Centricity
• LC_Collaborative
• LC_Inspirational
• LC_Builds Talent
• LC_Developing Self
• LC_Partnerships
• LC_Delivery Excellence
• TC_Operational and Safety Factors
• TC_Analyse Alternatives and Recommend Solutions
• TC_Review and Reporting
• TC_Understanding Customer Needs
• TC_Engineering Implementation

Sasol is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Inspired by our Purpose of “Innovating for a better world”, Sasol acknowledges that diversity is intrinsic to the fabric of our organisation and is the key to our growth and success. Sasol is committed to the full inclusion of all suitably qualified individuals. Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups and people with disabilities according to Sasol’s Employment Equity Plan. This includes reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

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