Senior Procurement Manager

Our client is looking for a commercially astute Senior Procurement Manager to take ownership of procurement strategy, supplier performance and team management across multiple regions. This role requires a confident procurement professional who can balance cost, quality, compliance and operational requirements while providing strong support to project and site teams.

Key Deliverables

• Ensure pricing secured through procurement activities remains within approved budgets.
• Provide effective oversight of buyers operating across Cape Town.
• Build strong, sustainable supplier partnerships and monitor supplier performance.
• Monitor and control import-related costs.
• Drive supplier compliance with B-BBEE and SHEQ requirements.
• Prioritise site requirements and ensure procurement support is delivered efficiently.
• Provide guidance and advice to site management on procurement matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Procurement Department in achieving strategic and operational objectives.
• Develop and manage the departmental budget and monitor expenditure.
• Review financial performance, investigate variances and implement corrective measures.
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs and conserve cash.
• Manage procurement-related financial and operational risks.
• Safeguard company assets and working capital.
• Negotiate commercial terms with suppliers while maintaining quality and service standards.
• Maintain effective relationships with suppliers, project teams and other stakeholders.
• Ensure B-BBEE requirements are met and assist suppliers where appropriate.
• Promote SHEQ compliance and ensure procurement processes align with relevant policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with the SCQMS.
• Lead risk assessments and support the implementation of mitigation measures.
• Recruit, develop and manage Procurement team members.
• Set performance expectations, conduct reviews and provide ongoing coaching and mentorship.
• Identify training requirements and facilitate professional development.

Minimum Requirements

• BCom Degree, Diploma in Procurement, Supply Chain or related qualification.
• 8–10 years' relevant working experience.
• At least 5 years in a senior procurement role.
• Valid driver's licence and own vehicle.
• Strong supplier negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Excellent financial and analytical capability.
• Strong leadership and people-management skills.
• Ability to operate under pressure in a deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• High level of professionalism, discretion and attention to detail.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Submit your CV to ***email_hidden*** or call 021 555 0952.

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