Group Procurement Manager (JHB North) at Samancor Chrome

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To become the benchmark in the group for Procurement  service and through the achievement of the benchmark status to assist Samancor Chrome to be a respected leader in mining and processing.

BALANCED SCORECARD PILLARS, ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

SAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT AND QUALITY

• Identify and assess level of baseline 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 Function through effective use of the Toolbox
• Utilise the Integrated Management System (IMS) to initiate, investigate and report SHEQ status

PEOPLE 

Manage the Function:

• Ensure an enabling climate/culture
• Manage labour stability by minimising labour turnover
  • Labour complement in line with budget 
  • Achieve HDSA/Female targets for the Function
• 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 

• Ensure Customer SatisfactionManage relationships with key stakeholders
• Ensure customer satisfaction and competitive practice throughout the Samancor Chrome environment

 
BUSINESS PROCESSES 

Procurement Strategy:

• Develop and manage a strategy (Balanced Scorecard) for continuous improvement within Group Procurement Services:
  • Reductants & Fluxes
  • Capital Projects & Strategic Commodities
  • Leverage Spend / Group Contracts
  • Daily operation of the procurement service team

Procurement Management:

• Establish, implement and control procurement processes
• Improve the Procurement to Payment process to ensure proactive procurement and the reduction of the total cost of procurement
• Integrate the Procurement, Maintenance, Operations, and IT processes 
• Conduct independent reviews of major maintenance and capital projects and contracts
• Achieve synergies and leverage across sites 
• Optimise inventory levels across sites
• Conduct strategic vendor assessments and rationalisation 
• Audit and report annually on procurement governance and ensure inclusion and alignment in site scorecards
• Deliver on agreed Balanced Scorecard objectives
• Manage Coupa and SAP integration

Contract Management:

• Manage the procurement managers of different categories to negotiate contractual terms and conditions within mandates & ensure best business case for Samancor Chrome
• Secure sustainable supplies of Strategic Raw Materials (Reductants)
• Source and secure Strategic Commodities and Service providers
• Mitigate risks and exposure to disruption of Raw Material & Final Products supplies and transport services

Reporting:

• Analyse Contract Metrics and Reports and initiate improvement measures 

GROWTH 

• Manage Continuous Improvement through Operational Excellence

SHAREHOLDER VALUE

• Manage the Procurement budget
• Comply with Financial Policies and Procedures
• Protect company assets 
• Reduce Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and establish a competitive advantage through proactive procurement

WORKPLACE COMPETENCIES: 

Skills: 

• Microsoft Programs
• Samancor Chrome systems (IMS, EBMS, Chromedoc, MES, Coupa, SAP)

Knowledge: 

• Demonstrate an understanding of the role of procurement in an industrial environment
• Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of BEE (Mining Charter) and BBBEE (Codes of Good Practice)
• Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Total Cost Of Ownership (TCO)
• Demonstrate an understanding of general principles of Project Management
• Demonstrate an understanding of the Procurement to Pay Cycle
• Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Contract Management and Contract legislation
• Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Vendor Management
• Understand the different raw materials used in the Chrome reduction process
• Understand the main sources and suppliers of raw materials
• Understand the principles of Spend Analysis

Requirements

Minimum qualifications:

• Degree in Commerce, Law, Engineering or Supply Chain Management
• 10 years’ relevant experience, preferably 5 years’ managerial experience