Category Procurement Advisor - Johannesburg
De Beers Group of Companies
Company Description -Anglo American’s purpose is to reimagine mining to improve people’s lives and is committed to creating a Living Mine that brings positive value to the people and environment where we operate. Supply Chain is positioning itself for the future, by becoming more purpose-driven in aid of realizing the Anglo American purpose and driving to be more agile and resilient. Central to being more purpose-driven is delivering significantly more positive impact within our host communities, acting as supplier interface to provide velocity to our innovation, technical & sustainability change programme, that includes improved safety performance and the embedment of circular economy principles, as well as overall delivery of significantly more sustainable value. To build a more agile and resilient Supply Chain the commoditized execution and digitalization of processes is a key focus whilst driving operational excellence. The commercial team is responsible for the end-to-end management of all procurement activities within the region, including Regional Category Management, Sourcing & Contracts, Project Procurement and Purchasing. The team works with regional business and Supply Chain stakeholders to implement and manage performance of contracts and suppliers, grow the host community supply base and ensure effective supply of goods and services required for operations. Job Description -You will provide efficient and effective commercial activities relating to regional or global categories that delivers improved business performance through commercial agreements, enabling innovation, supplier partnering and internal stakeholder collaboration. Commercial Value Delivery & Supplier Partnering Support the development of Facilities Management category, sourcing and contracting strategies and plans through data gathering and analysis and responsibly execute allocated sourcing & contracting activities. Maintain relationships with strategic suppliers, to drive step change in value and deliver innovative solutions that position Anglo American as a partner of choice Optimize value through innovation, risk mitigation and growth throughout the relationship life cycle Follow a set of global standards for suppliers and contractors to enable delivery in a safe and socially acceptable way and ensure that the organisation sources from responsible suppliers Support the implementation of commercial strategies to support business needs and improve value delivery Provide support with regards to negotiations and finalising GFAs (General Framework Agreements) Adhere to value creation and supplier engagement strategies that align to the overall global Supply Chain strategy, critical tasks, performance targets and Business Unit priorities Planning Actively track commercial dashboard KPIs (e.g., cycle times, contract coverage, category/supplier/ contractor performance etc) and proactively address and escalate issues. Provide support with the development of category strategies though the analysis and gathering of data Identify, enable & track value and inclusive procurement opportunities, commercial initiatives and specific resource requirements Plan and execute activities for relevant commercial activities Execute relevant project procurement activities in a timely and visible manner Track and monitor progress tracking against sourcing & contracts and category management targets Provide input into the relevant budget and resource requirements Sourcing & Contracts Management Responsible for compiling and executing allocated sourcing events, contracting and contract management (including administration), supplier/contract performance management and initiative management. Support with the effective execution of contracts administrative duties like price files, variations and amendments Implement value delivery plans for routine and tactical sourcing & contracting and contractor management activities Execute effective and efficient commercial activities relating to corporate, regional or BU contracts in a timely and value driven manner, including timeous and accurate capturing of price updates for contracts in the system Create proactive visibility and continuous improvement of sourcing and contracts pipeline related to allocated portfolio Regular, timeous and accurate reporting pertaining to routine and tactical sourcing & contracting activities Implement value opportunities and mitigate risks pertaining to the portfolio Ensure cross collaboration between internal and external stakeholders Commercial Agreements Support a culture of Sustainable Value through ESG, TCO initiatives, innovation, working capital and cost reduction Provide support with the implementation of sustainable value creation strategies, initiatives and associated business cases, that advance Anglo American technical, community, sustainability, and financial ambitions Build and maintain relationships with suppliers, to drive step change in value and deliver innovative solutions Provide support regarding supplier performance management of select suppliers and address escalated issues Support the global Inclusive Procurement team to identify supplier development needs and opportunities Inclusive Procurement Support input to and delivery against inclusive procurement and commercial plans to ensure targets are met against scheduled milestones. Understand community specific needs and identify value creation opportunities Drive a culture of community development and inclusive procurement with stakeholders that are aligned to the global and regional Inclusive Procurement strategies Execute and adhere to an Inclusive Procurement programme that will increase host community commercial participation and support the development of thriving communities Adhere to Inclusive Procurement expectations, targets and initiatives in commercial agreements and manage the delivery thereof Support the global Inclusive Procurement team to identify supplier development needs and opportunities Sustainability & Social Support a culture of Sustainable Value through ESG, TCO initiatives, innovation, working capital and cost reduction Provide support with the implementation of sustainable value creation strategies, initiatives and associated business cases, that advance Anglo American technical, community, sustainability, and financial ambitions Build and maintain relationships with suppliers, to drive step change in value and deliver innovative solutions Provide support regarding supplier performance management of select suppliers and address escalated issues Support the global Inclusive Procurement team to identify supplier development needs and opportunities Stakeholder & Supplier Management Adopt new ways of working and systems usage within team regarding suppliers and key stakeholders Support the relevant Business Partner to track and update supplier performance, based on contractual KPIs Identify digitization opportunities with suppliers to develop compelling business cases and collaborate with stakeholders and the SC Centre of Excellence for potential implementation Qualifications -Qualifications: An undergraduate qualification - Bachelor degree level or equivalent, alternatively relevant tertiary qualification and proven track record of extensive practical experience in a role and context of similar complexity Experience: Practical experience in the Facilities Management category Technical Knowledge: Good technical knowledge across the SC value chain Sourcing and Contracting Ability to integrate Commercial, PSC, Supplier Management & Purchasing sub disciplines Safety & Sustainability as it relates to Supply Chain & Inclusive Procurement Strong commercial and business case development Negotiation Supplier Relationship Management LI-GK1 Additional Information -Who we are We aim to lead the industry by pursuing ever safer and more responsible ways of working, demonstrating integrity and showing care and respect for people and the planet. That means we are constantly seeking new opportunities to mine and process our products sustainably, using less water, less energy and more precise extraction technologies. As the custodians of coal and other precious natural resources – diamonds (through De Beers), copper, platinum and other precious metals, iron ore and nickel – our extraordinary teams work safely and collaboratively, with the utmost consideration for local communities, our customers and the world at large. How we are committed to your safety Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a day’s work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, we’re also continually investing in new technologies – from drones to data analytics – that are helping to make mining safer. Inclusion and Diversity Anglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential. How to apply To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of the process.
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