Category Manager

Our client has an opportunity available for a Category Manager based in Centurion.Requirements:Undergraduate diploma or degree in supply chain or commerce.Professional registration at the Institute of Purchasing and Supply SA or CIPS is preferred.MatricCode 8 driver's license.5+ years' experience in Procurement and Supply Chain.General knowledge in finance, law and auditing.General understanding of Health and Safety. Responsibilities:Manage all procurement related activities of third parties spend, including strategic sourcing initiatives.Identify, implement and maintain commodity and service contracts to support the business.Develop and maintain expert knowledge of all the respective supply markets, competitors and service innovations.Facilitate the implementation of procurement change initiatives to improve business performance.Manage all aspects of the vendor rationalization strategy to support the business nationally, including vendor selection, compliance and performance.Build relationships with customers to enhance customer experience.Manage all contracts within the various categories.Perform procurement analyses and reporting to assist management to track, monitor and achieve departmental targets.