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Job Description :

Strategic Sourcing Specialist - Mars Food Cape Town South Africa

We are seeking a dedicated Procurement Specialist to manage the procurement of assigned raw material categories for the Mars Food Cape Town site. This pivotal role is responsible for leveraging supplier capabilities to advance the regional and global Food strategic agenda.

The successful candidate will lead the development and implementation of sourcing strategies at the CAP site focusing on transforming current practices simplifying portfolios and enhancing value through quality productivity innovation and sustainability.

As the Mars spokesperson to suppliers the Procurement Specialist will apply best practices in supplier management and collaborate closely with Operations and Supply Chain teams to ensure timely and complete delivery of materials. This role reports directly to the CAP site Commercial Manager.

What are we looking for

Bachelors degree or equivalent with a focus on business supply chain procurement engineering or operations (preferred).

Minimum of 3 years of practical experience in strategic sourcing (procurement) is required.

Proven category management experience in procurement is essential.

Strong knowledge of manufacturing and operational processes.

Effective relationship management skills both internally and externally.

Ability to learn and adapt to changing market conditions and business dynamics.

Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams collaborating effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.

Working experience in FMCG / Food is an advantage

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Strong analytical and project management skills

What would be your key responsibilities

Category Expertise : Analyze category spend cost drivers market trends and supplier base to develop the most suitable sourcing strategy for packaging materials. Determine whether a regional or global strategy is appropriate. Build industry knowledge to develop cost models and execute core category strategies that enhance year-over-year productivity and improve total cost of ownership (TCO).

Strategy Development : Lead cross-functional teams to develop and execute category strategies using the Mars Strategic Sourcing Methodology (MSSM).

Supplier Relationship Management : Manage relationships with current and potential suppliers. Perform supplier segmentation and evaluate them based on quality service and value leadership performance. Conduct business reviews and Top to Top meetings as needed.

Value Leadership : Identify and drive cost-saving initiatives to achieve over 5% year-over-year productivity delivery.

Knowledge Management : Participate in external benchmarking and industry forums to gain market intelligence. Provide category input and price risk management to Cape Town site operating plans ensuring compliance with procedures policies systems and controls.

Simplification : Collect and analyze data to identify opportunities to reduce complexity rationalize specifications and optimize the supplier base.

Stakeholder Management : Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align supplier strategies and timelines with business objectives. Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in local and global forums.

Negotiation Tendering & Contract Management : Develop commercial models conduct tenders and negotiate complex deals. Manage price supply service legal and intellectual property risks in line with business priorities.

Risk Management & Supply Security : Forecast price volatility and define strategies to protect the business against risks.

Transformation : Actively participate in the Global Commercial team to identify and share best practices across regions and segments. Drive change management and adoption of new ways of working.

Sustainability : Collaborate with teams and suppliers to meet Mars Sustainability targets aiming for 100% reusable recyclable or compostable packaging by 2025 using at least 30% recycled content and reducing virgin plastic use by 25%.

What can you expect from Mars

Work with over diverse and talented Associates all guided by the Five Principles.

Join a purpose driven company where were striving to build the world we want tomorrow today.

Best-in-class learning and development support from day one including access to our in-house Mars University.

An industry competitive salary and benefits package including company bonus.

Required Experience :

Unclear Seniority

Key Skills

Finance Control,Finance,ABAP,Body Care,Business Analytics,Avionics

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Overview

• Head: Strategic Sourcing
• Operating Division: TPT POD Corporate H/O
• Employee Group: Permanent
• Department: TPT, Supply Chain Management, DUR
• Location: Durban
• Reporting To: Chief Procurement Officer
• Grade: C
• Reference: req3354

Closing date: 30/09/2025. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.

Lead the TPT Head Office Strategic Sourcing department, across all areas of spend within designated portfolio with the goal of securing short-, medium- and long-term supply of strategic commodities, achieving significant initial cost reductions, with year-on-year productivity improvement in the total cost of goods and services procured while maintaining product quality and vendor service levels. Develops and implements sourcing strategies to improve the efficiency of all strategic sourcing procurement events, demand management to contract management and close-out, while reducing the total cost. To improve procurement governance and compliance, operational efficiency, costs savings and reputation management.

• Implement strategic sourcing strategies and processes to deliver commercial outcomes for Transnet Port Terminals: formulating sourcing strategies to ensure successful implementation; support continuous improvement by seeking out efficient business solutions to improve processes in support of overall business strategy and direction; identify potential bottlenecks in strategic sourcing and formulate plans to manage potential risks; conduct training and awareness sessions in all applicable internal and external policies, regulations and laws that impact on strategic sourcing and monitor and report on breaches and submit and implement recovery plans.
• Manage service delivery in strategic sourcing: ensure optimal execution of procurement events and timely delivery of required services; facilitate proper demand management and forecasting to ensure security of supply; work with Governance, Legal, Risk Management, Finance and all regions to expedite service delivery; develop metrics on the number of strategic sourcing projects delivered, lead time, and lessons learned; participate in innovation and research of emerging trends to inform process re-engineering.
• Support the Senior Sourcing Managers in developing sourcing strategies to standardize and streamline the strategic sourcing process for their categories; interact at a strategic level with General Managers, Regional Managing Executives, iSCM Council, etc.; oversee all Strategic Sourcing activities for the Head Office and support Regional Heads of Supply Chain Management in executing their sourcing strategies.
• Manage key stakeholder relationships: build partnerships with key stakeholders for business value or service enhancement; ensure implementation of supplier development and B-BBEE objectives; interact with Group Executives and other senior stakeholders; manage supplier interactions and resolve disputes; negotiate and confirm Service Levels and KPIs; standardize strategic sourcing projects across the business.
• Management of supplier relations: develop and implement a contract management plan for TPT’s strategic suppliers; maintain close relations with strategic suppliers; ensure timely resolution of supplier disputes; ensure adherence to Health and Safety regulations; monitor reputational risks and supply risks; take proactive steps to ensure security of supply.
• Monitor strategic sourcing performance: monitor achievement of strategic sourcing objectives and formulate corrective actions as needed; report on targets monthly, quarterly and annually; coordinate annual target setting and KPI reporting; ensure adherence to SCM processes to minimise irregular or wasteful expenditure and enforce consequence management where required.
• Contract management and close-out: develop, implement and maintain sound contract management to ensure timely service delivery; address contract management issues before they escalate; implement corrective action for underperforming suppliers; perform proper contract close-out for all strategic sourcing contracts.

• Bachelor of Commerce or equivalent qualification in Commerce, Finance, Engineering, Legal, Logistics and Operations Management or Supply Chain Management; Post-Graduate qualifications would be an added advantage.
• 10 years’ experience within supply chain management; 5 years at a senior management level.
• Trust and honesty in handling finances as per the National Credit Act Amendment 19; willingness to undergo Lifestyle Audit and State Security Agency (SSA) Vetting.
• Relevant qualification (NQF 6/7); 12 years relevant experience with at least 8 years at managerial level or specialist experience.
• Standard Job Requirements: Driver’s license code 08; willing to work extended hours; willingness to travel extensively locally and potentially internationally.

• Supply Chain Management Competencies
• Forecasting and Demand Management
• Category Management
• Market & Spend Analysis
• Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
• Advanced Negotiation Skills
• Strategic Sourcing
• Supplier Relationship Management
• Supplier Development
• Contract Management
• Inventory Management
• Procure to Pay Process

Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division.

Role Summary
The main responsibility of the Strategic Sourcing Specialist is to ensure the procurement of segment specific products and services, contributing to Scania´s performance by continuously improving the Technology, Quality, Delivery and Cost focusing on Sustainability (TQDCS). This is achieved by conducting activities based on Procurement Area and segment strategies and aligned with Market Plan.
Job Responsibilities

• Work according to the Local Procurement Process and overall objectives and follow Global Purchasing Strategic Plan, Sourcing Process – Blue Arrow, Procurement 2000
• Follow the Global Purchasing Strategic Plan as well as the BU market plan by actively engaging in commercial activities.
• Support and contribute towards achieving all KPI's decided in the Purchasing Market Plan
• Implement and follow up activities decided in the Purchasing Market Plan
• Implement and develop a preferred Supplier base
• Support the implementation of Contracts
• Initiate need for new Contracts
• Challenge corporate solutions in coordination with responsible Global Purchaser
• Reduce the total cost for Scania
• Responsibility for - the agreed Quality is delivered - that the supplier meets the agreed lead time and capacity - that Cost targets are achieved
• Update and maintain commercial activities information in the Global reporting file necessary to manage and control the Blue Arrow Process
• Support and control the internal customer in the purchasing process and guide towards preferred supplier
• Coordinate BU Procurement Area Activities into the Local Procurement Team
• Make necessary decisions to accomplish the mission in accordance with decisions made at management meetings, laws, regulations and other established guidelines
• Conclude commercial agreements with suppliers within approved investment and approved cost of the product/service
• To execute decided strategies and supplier structure within a concerned responsibility
• Within area of responsibility minimise risk for working environment, harm caused by one's environment or quality deviations

Education and Experience required:

• Matric, plus relevant purchasing tertiary qualification
• Minimum 7 years' experience of strategic sourcing and purchasing
• Experience of cooperation with internal customers and demand management

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Good cooperation ability and understanding of local business culture
• Good English skills, both written and spoken
• Good communication- and coordination skills
• Strong planning and analytical skills with focus on details - Good command of MS Office package
• Open-minded, proactive and well organized
• Able to work on own initiative and under pressure
• Problem solver, not afraid of tackling difficulties
• Customer, quality and goal-oriented

Integrity & Compliance:

All applications will be treated with full confidentially and will only be made available to the people involved in the recruitment process.

Description
BankservAfrica form part of the South African National Payments System and are a trusted partner of the financial industry, including banking institutions, and therefore require that employees adhere to unwavering standards of honesty and transparency in performing their duties.

PURPOSE

The primary objective of this role is to ensure efficient, effective, and uniform processes for the procurement of Information, Communication and Technology products and services within the BankservAfrica. To establish a sustainable and systematic approach to strategic procurement, while overseeing the procurement cycle. Plan, direct and coordinate the purchase of products and services as well as proactively support BankservAfrica to drive ongoing standardization.

To provide advice and support in the development and implementation of procurement planning and associated service delivery processes, methods, and techniques, enabling the procurement of products and or services in the CIO Department

You will engage with the following stakeholders:

• Business owners, product development and ICT;
• Project teams
• Human Capital
• Procurement, Finance operations; and
• Legal, risk and compliance
• Customers and Suppliers
• Shareholders
• Executive Team

Your key responsibilities include:

Category Management:

• Develop commodity strategies, category plans and commercial solutions aligned to "best in class" business drivers for delivering specific components

thereof

• Develop a fact-base to appropriately understand market analytics and category dynamics, these include Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) models, comparative

analysis, spend analysis, trend analysis, risk analysis, benchmarking etc

• Develop comprehensive business cases in order to support strategies for approval by senior stakeholders such as Head of IT
• Work with identified business area to embed and ensure compliance to the Group Procurement Policies. Assist Sourcing Manager in delivery of commercial and

contractual elements through commercial negotiations, leading to awarding contracts

• Ensure all financial, risk, strategic and commercial considerations are optimised using due diligence checks, best in class strategies and general market

knowledge

Benefits Realisation:

• Ensure sustainable savings by identifying opportunities and delivering benefits against all targets through effective cost reduction, cost avoidance and

revenue generation opportunities Introduce Value Add and Value Engineering (VAVE) initiatives that will contribute to savings and maximize value

• Report on performance against targets for benefits realization by extraction of data through MI
• Devise methods to optimize processes and eradicate waste to drive value throughout the supply chain. Introduce innovation that will add strategic benefit

through mutual relationships and synergies by working with the internal customer (business units) and third-party suppliers

Contract Management:

• Delivery of effective contract management will include -

• Service delivery management: ensuring that the service is being delivered as agreed to the required level of performance and quality by working timeously

and to agreed deadlines. Create and maintain relationship to keep business engagements cordial. Optimise the efficiency, effectiveness and economy of the

service or relationship described in the contracts, by balancing costs against risks and actively managing the contractual relationship

• Transactional Integrity: Ensure transactional integrity is adhered to for each step in the P2P process and all transactions are in line with company

compliance and policies by reviewing the monthly reporting and working with the allocated business units. Ensure that all contractual information is

loaded onto SAGE (Procurement Platform) for each deal that is completed prior to benefit sign off, as per the agreed Sourcing Process (sign off will not

occur unless this is done). Address all enquires to add resolution related to supplier payments and invoicing

Stakeholder Management:

• To support the organisation in achieving its strategic objectives by interpreting and influencing both the external and internal environments and by

creating positive relationships with stakeholders through the appropriate management of their expectations and agreed objectives

• Positioning stakeholders according to the level of influence, impact, or enhancement they may provide to the business or it's projects
• Recognize and acknowledge stakeholder's needs, concerns, wants, authority, common relationships, interfaces and align this information with the overall

delivery strategy

• Ensure communication standards are transparent, honest, and open with stakeholders
• Governance and Compliance: Ensure that all governance and compliance related requirements are adhered to from company and statutory perspectives as

requested and reported by the Compliance team throughout the year. Ensure that all targets against governance and compliance are met and maintained by

reviewing the monthly reporting and working with the allocated business units. Complete all training requirements in order to understand requirements

against governance and compliance

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Manage and maintain good stakeholder relationships
• Understand customer needs and supplier contribution and utilize to drive optimal operational results

BBBEE:

• Achieve all targets related to BBBEE and transformation through due consideration in the processes of procuring products and services where required
• Ensure procurement compliance with BEE objectives Create and set BEE targets to develop, implement and manage BEE policies, procedures, and initiatives in

line with legislative and compliance requirements (e.g., the DTI Construction Sector Codes, Employment Equity Act, in respect of the Group BEE ownership,

Socio Economic Development as well as Preferential Procurement and Supplier Development commitments)

• To manage and develop Group Supplier Development programs were required
• Partner with the business units to manage and develop skills development strategies to ensure the appropriate spend is focused in the right category and

spend areas

Compliance and Risk:

• Policies and procedures: Develop, amend and implement relevant policies and procedures
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant policies & procedures, regulation and legislation
• Risk: Ensure risks are reported on and mitigated

People Management:

• People Processes: Manage employees through the employee lifecycle including, recruit, manage performance and reward
• People Development: Build a high-performance team through regular individual and team engagement sessions. Identify talent, coach, and develop to ensure

talent retention

Qualifications / Knowledge

• BCom degree or equivalent certification related to Procurement, Supply Chain or Purchasing and Supply
• 7-10 years in a Sourcing environment with focus on the following ICT categories: Architecture, Networks, Cloud, Fin-OPS, Infrastructure, Applications, IT

Professional Services, Modernisation, Managed Services

• Proven track record of delivery and achievements in Category Management, Strategic Sourcing, Contract Management and Supplier Relationship Management. The

individual must be able to undertake Category Planning resulting in a Category Strategy, have strong negotiation experience in the ICT category, and good

skills in managing such relationships with ICT service providers.

• CIPS qualification
• Experience in financial services industry or ICT
• International technology related sourcing, contract and supplier management experience

Experience

• A minimum of 7-10 years' relevant experience in the ICT / Financial Services Sector
• A minimum of 7 years' financial services experience

Knowledge & Skills

• To provide advice and support in the development and implementation of procurement planning and associated service delivery processes, methods, and

techniques, enabling the procurement of company goods and or services in compliance with org. policy fo: IT Architecture, IT Applications, IT

Professional Services, Managed Services, Telecoms and Network Infrastructure, Cloud Services, Modernisation, Managed Services

• Managing complex sourcing events for Architecture, Networks, Cloud, Fin-OPS, Infrastructure, Applications, IT Professional Services, Modernisation,
• Detailed knowledge of the characteristics of : IT Architecture, IT Applications, IT Professional Services, Managed Services, Telecoms and Network

Infrastructure, Cloud Services, Modernisation and Managed Services

• Experience in authoring, administering, negotiating, initiating, and terminating contracts with regards to IT suppliers
• Knowledge of IT strategies and industry trends
• Knowledge of planning, scheduling, and project/deal control
• Experience handling large IT commercial procurement deals.
• Provide analysis, guidance, and assistance on a variety of technologies and IT categories
• Stakeholder Management
• Communication Skills
• Customer focused
• Intermediate knowledge is required a of all Microsoft desktop applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Job title: Category Lead: Operations

Location: Head Office, Pretoria

Division: Procurement Division

Department: Financial Services Department

Salary: R700k - R900k p/a

Job requirements

To be considered for this position, candidates must have:

1. Minimum of a bachelor's degree in commerce or supply chain management, or an equivalent qualification; and
2. Minimum of five to eight years' experience in a procurement or supply chain management environment, of which two to three of those years are related to strategic/complex sourcing.
3. CIPS would be added advantage

Brief description

The main purpose of this position is to secure sources of supply and to manage the complex sourcing of operations-related goods and services, including legal, financial advisory, training and other types of consultancy services.

Looking to appoint a candidate with extensive experience in leading cross-functional teams in the execution of strategic sourcing initiatives and tender management processes.

Detailed description

Define own work plan and deliverables, with guidance from the Category Lead.

Source operations-related goods and services in adherence to the Procurement Policy and relevant legislation, including the Broad-based Black Economic Empowerment Act 53 of 2003.

Source operations-related goods and services, including but not limited to, market research, the preparation of requests for tender/proposal/quotation/information, the evaluation of bids, commercial negotiations, recommendations for supplier awarding, as well as the preparation and presentation of submissions to relevant committees.

Manage the entire value chain of requisitioning, including the contracting cycle.

Collate and analyse spend data for the execution of operations category management initiatives and the provision of management information.

Keep abreast of developments in procurement to ensure best practices.

Keep abreast of technological advancements and their effect on the costs of the goods and services to be procured.

Perform spend analyses and formulate category strategies that will lead to benefits (cost reduction or cost avoidance) without causing supply risks.

Ensure that the contracts are commercially sound.

Overview

Job title: Manager : Strategic Sourcing (ICT, CRE & Professional Services) (10583)

Job Location: Gauteng, Johannesburg

Deadline: October 12, 2025

To develop and deploy category management strategies to deliver value through strategic sourcing for designated categories, formulate implementation plans for a portfolio of strategic commodities and manage relevant commodity teams. To execute strategic sourcing initiatives relating to SARS supply chain management area of operation, leading to the creation of a competitive, fair, equitable, transparent and cost-effective procurement system.

• Relevant Bachelor's Degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) AND 8-10 years' experience in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business, Finance, or a similar environment, of which 3-4 years at junior management level.

• Senior Certificate (NQF 4) AND 15 years related experience in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business, Finance, or a similar environment, of which 3-4 years at junior management level.

• Actively support and develop accredited small BEE and SMEs through providing guidance.
• Assist staff to resolve complex or out of policy operation problems.
• Ensure that the needs of SARS are met and take appropriate actions by co-ordinating the implementation of contract negotiation, communication with suppliers or modifying procedures to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Ensure that the procurement function complies with all statutory and Treasury requirements and SARS policies and procedures.
• Responsible for contributing to the development of sourcing and procurement strategies for specific commodity areas.
• Responsible for staff scheduling to include : work assignments / rotations, employee training, employee vacations, employee breaks, overtime assignment, back-up for absent employees, and shift rotations.
• Responsible for tender management, by reviewing all tenders and recommending and adjudication in line with delegations of authority.
• Responsible for vendor performance management.
• The application of risk management techniques to high value, high-risk procurement activities.
• Unpacking technical and user specifications with users.
• Act as the bottom-line drivers of tactical implementation within the context of business unit excellence and performance improvement.
• Direct, control, coordinate and optimise budgeted resources to meet specific objectives and deliver agreed results and productivity requirements.
• Ensure the development and implementation of a practice in alignment with operational policy and procedural frameworks.
• Implement tactical strategy and delivery plans through the development of operational activities, ensuring the achievement of operational targets.
• Plan for handling work outputs, pull together interdependent activities & specify priorities, standards & procedures to ensure tactical implementation.
• Proactively identify interconnected problems, determine its impact and use to develop best fit alternatives; implementing best practice solutions.
• Provide periodic reports on performance against plan & progress on short-term initiatives & use to realign tactical plan and objectives appropriately.
• Recommend changes to optimise processes, systems, policies and procedures, and execute the implementation of change and innovation initiated by the organisation.
• Timeously communicate top down policy and associated single practice area modification, objective achievement progress and critical success factors to impacted stakeholders.
• Use the insights gained through integrated business reports to measure success & realign tactical strategy implementation objectives appropriately.

• Implement governance, risk and compliance policy in own practice area to identify and manage governance and risk exposure liability.
• Manage and or advise on the translation and application of policy in a specific functional area.

• Create a positive work climate & culture to energise employees & give meaning to work, minimise work disruption and maximise employee productivity.
• Develop & implement appropriate people capacity plans in line with delivery & efficiency targets, on budget & in partnership with specialised area.
• Plan & implement enhanced organisational efficiency by identifying and addressing development requirements & providing tools for people resources.
• Translate performance expectations into specific metrics and goals to identify and provide effective services, solve problems, and achieve objectives.

• Draw up a budget aligned to tactical delivery plans, monitor planned vs. actual, minimise expenditure and report on cost efficiency.
• Implement and monitor financial control, management of costs and corporate governance in area of accountability.

• Structure long-term vendor and end-user relationships.
• Build strong relationships and implement service level agreements that promote SARS with internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop and ensure implementation of practices which builds service delivery excellence and encourages others to provide exceptional client service.
• Manage an integrated service excellence culture, which builds rewarding relationships and provides opportunity for feedback and exceptional service.

• Fairness and Transparency
• Accountability
• Honesty and Integrity
• Conceptual Thinking
• Championing the Mandate
• Influencing Others
• Mobilising Teams
• Driving for Excellence
• Leveraging Diversity
• Accurate Understanding
• Developing Others
• Trust
• Respect
• Problem solving and analyses
• Building Sustainability

• Functional Policies and Procedures
• Tax Knowledge
• Financial Acumen
• Risk Management
• Managerial Budgeting
• Effective Business
• Problem Analysis and Judgement
• Planning, Management and Measurement
• Decisiveness
• Business Acumen
• Negotiation Skills
• Expenditure Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Procurement and Asset Management
• Store Keeping / Procurement jobs

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The opportunity
The purpose of the global EY organization is to Build a Better Working World. The insights and services the organization provides help to drive long-term value for clients, people, and society and to build trust in the capital markets. An essential function under EY Business Enablement, Supply Chain Services (SCS) is a global team with more than 600 professionals in over 35 countries supporting the EY organization across the globe. This structure helps enable knowledge-sharing across categories and regions, streamlining efforts in seeking innovative suppliers that can provide exceptional client service to maximize SCS's value for the EY organization and the world's supply chain.

A key component of SCS is Global Procurement, whose purpose is to drive significant synergies and value creation from sourcing to contract lifecycle management, deliver exceptional client experiences and build more vital collaboration to manage Technology, Talent, Alliances and Brand, Marketing and Communications (BMC) spend categories. We forge meaningful supplier relationships and strengthen supplier resilience to help EY maximize long-term value for its people, clients and communities.

The Technology Procurement team manage circa $1.5B of spend annually and focus on requirements from the Technology teams. This is a superb opportunity to support EY Technology (EYT) at the forefront of developing, managing, and implementing technology solutions that span the full process life cycle – integral in identifying organizational needs across various regions and service lines, shaping strategic direction and architectural frameworks, and ensuring the successful delivery and management of operational services.

EYT increasingly acts as a catalyst for business success; priority projects such as EY's AI solutions, Fabric platform and Global Tax Platform are essential to delivering on EY's Global Priorities and sustaining our competitive advantage as the most globally integrated professional services organization.

The Client Technology Sourcing team supports key programs and solutions globally in partnership with our Client Technology and Service Line colleagues, continuing to enhance EY's position as a technology driven industry leader. You may support these technology procurement requirements within this role.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Be a senior individual contributor on a Technology Procurement team aligned to one or more service lines, as well as client serving business units.
• May develop category strategies for assigned categories and areas.
• Stakeholder and supplier relationship management.
• Manage full lifecycle of contracts for assigned programs of work and key suppliers
• Proactively manage contract negotiations for assigned projects.
• Build and foster collaborative working relationships with EYT and other internal business partners.
• Supporting and leading stakeholders through the Onboarding of Technology Goods and Services end-to-end process.
• Socialization and facilitation of the Procurement policy and processes, ensuring that the project teams and stakeholders understand the value of the policy and adhere to it accordingly.
• Timely and frequent submission of management information, including project status and savings reporting.
• Supporting Supply Chain Services' overall global strategies.
• Facilitation of any needed market research to identify potential suppliers, ensure competitive pricing and terms, etc.

Skills And Attributes For Success

• 7 - 10 years of experience sourcing technology goods and services. Combination of work and experience may be considered.
• Experience in a leadership position a plus.
• Business Degree or equivalent a plus.
• CPM, CIPS or similar Procurement certification is welcomed, but not essential.
• Good knowledge of IT suppliers and emerging technologies.
• Experience working in an IT role as part of delivering technology solutions is a plus.

Ideally, you'll also have

• Experience with senior stakeholder engagement, and the ability to collaboratively co-develop strategies and set and manage expectations.
• Comprehensive experience with negotiating contracts related to software licensing & rationalization, cloud-based solutions and professional services.
• Comprehensive experience with negotiating contracts globally and regionally.
• Experience of working in a Sourcing/Procurement/Supplier Management team in a complex and global environment.
• Strong influencing and networking skills as the organization relies on working in cross-functional teams across borders.
• Fluent, effective, transparent, and timely English communication skills required across multiple mediums (email, voice, IM, etc) in a global environment.
• The ability to independently manage and prioritize workload.
• Proficient organizational skills.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude and have an appetite for change.
• Provide exceptional Client Service.
• May assume counsellor responsibilities as part of the role at a future date.

What We Look For
Successful team members are high energy individuals with experience working in a truly global, culturally diverse organization where change is embraced. Relationship building is key and excellent oral, written and communications skills in English is necessary to deliver Exceptional Client Service to our stakeholders.

What we offer you

At EY, we'll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We'll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more.

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Overview

Provincial Treasury, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a competent individual to facilitate the implementation of supply chain management (SCM) strategic procurement and transversal contract management mechanisms.

• Director

• Contract

• Purchasing and Supply Chain

• Government Administration