Core description:
Responsible for execution of the Other Network category and sourcing strategies in line with the Telkom Procurement Policy and aligned to Telkom's corporate objectives to maximise total cost of ownership savings and procurement value contribution.
Required Certification/Professional Registration:
- A CIPS level 6 or MBA will be preferable.
Qualifications:
- Engineering or Supply Chain or Computer Science or IT or Business/Commerce degree (NQF level 7).
Experience:
- 7 Years experience in the Category Management/Strategic Sourcing environment with a minimum of 3 years in network technology sourcing and working with leading Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs).
Special Requirements:
- Must have a good understanding of the ICT industry, with a focus on the Telecommunications market and trends.
- Experience in a network technology sourcing environment with large scale sourcing projects exposure.
- An understanding of the Preferential Procurement Framework Act, NDP, NIPC, ICT sector guides and B-BBEE codes.
- Detailed knowledge of telecommunications network technology market and trends. Knowledge and experience in medium to complex negotiations, contracts management, business finance and strategic cost management.
- Experience in building and managing long term internal and external business relationships. Ability to lead and inspire his/her category team and succeed in a fast changing and highly competitive market, keeping the team focused on breakthrough procurement strategies and tactics to best leverage the procurement budget.
- Executive presence and credibility; with a focus on unquestionable integrity and management skills that allow for instant credibility with employees, peers and both internal and external customers.
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