Category Manager

*Reference: JHB002590-TM-1* We are looking for an experienced Category Manager with a min of 5 years experience in sourcing. You will need to have working knowledge and exp in procurement, Category Management, Programme Management and excellent report writing skills QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE: - Undergraduate diploma / degree in supply chain / commerce - Matric Professional Registration/Trade - Institute of Purchasing and Supply SA / CIPS is preferred Drivers Licence: - Minimum Code 8 - Greater than 5 years’ experience in Procurement and Supply Chain Technical/Core Training - Procurement - Category Management - Programme Management - Report writing skills *Qualifications & Experience:* ·         Undergraduate diploma / degree in supply chain / commerce ·         Matric Professional Registration/Trade ·         Institute of Purchasing and Supply SA / CIPS is preferred Drivers Licence: ·         Minimum Code 8 ·         Greater than 5 years’ experience in Procurement and Supply Chain Technical/Core Training ·         Procurement ·         Category Management ·         Programme Management ·         Report writing skills ·         General knowledge in Finance ·         General knowledge in Law ·         General knowledge in auditing IT Training (General MS etc.) ·         Excel ·         MS Windows ·         Programme Management tools ·         SAP ·         Internet Health & Safety Training ·         A general understanding of Health and Safety Personal Competencies ·         RITCH Values - Respect, Integrity, Trust, Commitment, Honesty ·         Proactive ·         Adaptable ·         Planner / Organiser ·         Self-starter that’s Deadline Driven Leadership Competencies ·         Listening skills ·         Mentor ·         Decisive ·         Professional ·         Lead “from the front” and “by example Thinking Competencies ·         Structured with attention to detail and accuracy ·         Analytical ·         Innovative problem-solving skills ·         Ability to multi-task ·         Think conceptually and create multiple scenarios and hypotheses Interpersonal Competencies ·         Collaborative team player, work co-operatively, and share responsibility with others ·         Interact and present to executive level clients ·         Exceptional Negotiation Skills ·         Able to handle pressure ·         Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential Category Managers report into the Head: Category Sourcing. The role is responsible for the below deliverables within the Category Management team. - Manage all procurement-related activities of third party spend within the various categories, including strategic sourcing initiatives (RFQ/I/P/T/X). - Identify, implement and maintain the relevant commodity and service 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 su