- Location
- City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, Gauteng
- Type
- Full-time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Education
- Bachelor
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- Vincere
Description
Are you ready to shape high-impact sourcing strategies and lead a talented procurement team? As a Category Manager, you will take ownership of major spend categories within our client’s Global Supply Chain organization.
In this key role, you will work cross-functionally with business leaders and operational teams to drive product quality, optimize supplier performance, and create innovative cost-reduction strategies. You will also directly mentor direct reports, fostering professional development within a dynamic work environment . If you thrive on strategic negotiation, team leadership, and turning market insights into business value, this opportunity offers significant career visibility and growth.
Requirements:
Must-Haves:
- Education: A 4-year Bachelor's degree (preferably in Business, Engineering, or Supply Chain Management).
- Leadership Skills: Proven experience guiding, mentoring, or directly supervising team members to achieve operational goals.
- Strategic Sourcing Expertise: Demonstrated track record in category management, spend analysis, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management.
- Project Management & Collaboration: Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize work across multiple functional groups in a fast-paced environment.
Nice-to-Haves:
- Professional Certifications: Recognized procurement credentials such as CPM, CPSM, or CPIM.
- Industry Experience: Prior experience in telecommunications, technical infrastructure, or large-scale multi-site sourcing environments.