Procurement Superintendent – Goods and Capex

PURPOSE OF THE JOB: To assist in the development and implementation of procurement strategy for the assigned category of commodities. BALANCED SCORECARD PILLARS, ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: SAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT AND QUALITY Identify and assess level of issue based risk exposures in area of responsibility by considering exposures to business, financial, legal issues, people, equipment, material, environment, processes, etc. Consider the level of risk, apply mitigation and implement control measures for residual risk (set objectives, minimum requirements, etc.) Manage SHEQ compliance within the Section through effective use of the Toolbox Utilise the Integrated Management System (IMS) to initiate, investigate and report SHEQ status PEOPLE Manage the Section: Ensure an enabling climate/culture. Manage labour stability by minimising labour turnover Labour complement in line with budget. Achieve HDSA/Female targets for the Section. Manage performance against set targets and competencies Ensure IDP’s are linked to performance results and implemented as per plan. Conduct career discussions and implement actions with all identified talent (quarterly). Ensure discipline is maintained (absenteeism, lateness, overtime, misconduct, etc.) Coach and counsel people to ensure improved performance levels. Conduct recruitment interviews. CUSTOMERS Maintain and improve relationships with all key stakeholders. Ensure customer and supplier satisfaction. Interact with customers and familiarise yourself with operational concerns and any inherent peculiarities. Establish and maintain effective communication channels and networks between customers and suppliers. Resolve customer queries / complaints. BUSINESS PROCESSES Category Management: Manage all procurement-related activities of third party spend within the assigned category of bulk commodities like Diesel, Gas, Refractory, etc. Identify and implement the strategic sourcing initiatives for the assigned category to reduce the Total Cost of Ownership. Identify, implement and maintain the relevant commodity contracts (ad hoc and committed spend) to support the business. Achieve targeted cost savings, including effective negotiation processes with vendors. Develop and maintain expert knowledge of the respective supply markets, competitors and product/service innovations. Facilitate implementation of procurement change initiatives within the assigned category to improve business performance. Vendor Management: Manage all aspects of the vendor rationalization strategy within the assigned category to support the business nationally, including vendor selection, compliance and performance. Stakeholder Management: Build strong relationships with internal and external customers with a view to enhancing the customer experience. Contract Management: Manage all contracts within the assigned category across its lifecycle, including terminations, renewals, extensions and re-assignments. Identify and manage risk to the business together with the cross-functional contracting team (Finance, Legal, Business Units, Maintenance Engineering) Innovation: Identify innovative procurement solutions that provide efficiencies for the organisation. Management support: Perform procurement analyses and reporting to assist management to track, monitor and achieve departmental targets. Mentorship: Perform a mentorship role to Procurement Specialists and Contract Practitioners. GROWTH Manage Continuous Improvement through Operational Excellence. Identify opportunities for improvements within the Procurement pipeline. Drive improvement projects as required. Increase BEE spend. Initiate Enterprise Development and Preferential Procurement opportunities. SHAREHOLDER VALUE Manage the Section costs. Comply with Financial Policies and Procedures. Protect company assets. Reduce Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and establish a competitive advantage through proactive procurement. Deliver auditable benefits. BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES: Safety Leadership Innovation Leadership Planning, Organising & Control Results Orientation Problem Solving & Decision Making Aligning Performance for Success Communication Change Leadership Building Strong Teams Business Acumen WORKPLACE COMPETENCIES: Skills: Microsoft programs. Samancor Chrome Systems (IMS, EBMS, SAP, COUPA, MES) Knowledge: Understanding of legal contracts and Contract Management. Understanding of market dynamics of assigned category of commodities. Knowledge of Supply Chain Management, Policies and Procedures, Systems Analysis, Mathematics, Knowledge of Mining Charter, B-BBEE Act and the Code of Good Practise.