Gauteng: Category Manager posted by PlaceTalent

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category and sourcing strategies.
• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives and supplier negotiations.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships while driving cost optimisation.
• Analyse market trends and identify opportunities for value creation.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support business objectives.
• Manage supplier performance, risk, and compliance.
• Lead and mentor procurement and supply chain team members.
• Drive continuous improvement across procurement processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional procurement certifications such as CPM, CPSM or CPIM will be advantageous.
• Proven experience in Category Management, Strategic Sourcing, Procurement or Supply Chain.
• Strong commercial negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent analytical, planning and project management abilities.
• Demonstrated leadership experience and the ability to influence across multiple business functions.

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