Strategic Commercial Procurement Manager

In brief

**Overview** This role is for a Strategic Commercial Procurement Manager within a leading company in the technical supply chain, which serves the Energy, Mining, and Construction sectors. The position is responsible for overseeing and expanding the General Procurement category. It involves both hands-on operational sourcing and expediting, combined with a significant strategic, analytical, and business development mandate. A core focus is on structuring procurement processes, converting operational data into strategic recommendations, and challenging existing methods to enhance efficiency. The role requires combining commercial acumen with team leadership to grow market share, maintain key relationships, and mentor junior procurement staff. **What you will do** * Bring structure and strategic vision to the category, challenge existing ways of working, and implement more effective procurement processes. * Turn operational and market data into clear, actionable business and category recommendations. * Coach, develop, and mentor a junior team of buyers, managing workload, productivity, turnaround times, efficiency, and work quality. * Manage existing client relationships, research target markets, prepare client-specific proposals, and manage new business opportunities to grow the category. * Source new local and international suppliers and products, establish strategic supplier relationships, and negotiate favorable commercial terms. * Oversee and participate directly in the preparation of accurate commercial and technical client proposals, including specification clarification, product quality, and profit margin analysis. * Work closely with logistics to expedite orders, ensure fulfillment, resolve client claims, and maintain department quality standards. * Conduct local and international commercial travel averaging one week per month to maintain and develop market presence. * Perform regular activity analyses, assist with timely staff performance appraisals, and report directly to the Technical BU Manager. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Minimum of 5 years’ prior experience in procurement, sourcing, or category management. * Proven history of successful leadership, team coaching, and staff development. * Demonstrated analytical skills with the ability to convert data into strategic business recommendations. * Strong strategic thinking capability with experience in refining processes and challenging existing operational methods. * Sound business acumen and strong negotiation skills across local and international markets. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. * Strong organisational, time management, and project management capabilities. * Willingness and ability to travel locally and internationally. * **Desirable Requirements:** * Proficiency in French. * Proficiency in Portuguese. * Prior supply chain experience within the Energy, Mining, or Construction industries in sub-Saharan Africa. **Who should apply** This role is suitable for an experienced procurement professional with at least 5 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or category management, who possesses strong strategic thinking, analytical skills, and proven leadership abilities. The ideal candidate should have a solid commercial acumen, excellent negotiation skills across diverse markets, and be proficient in process improvement and data-driven recommendations. They must be willing and able to undertake regular local and international travel. Prior experience in the Energy, Mining, or Construction sectors, and proficiency in French or Portuguese, are considered advantageous. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/strategic-commercial-procurement-manager-recruitmymom Source: myjobmag

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