Group Procurement Manager (JHB North) at Samancor Chrome

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

• To become the benchmark in the group for Procurement Services 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 Satisfaction
• Manage 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

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES: 

• Safety Leadership (Awareness)
• Innovation (Creativity)
• Strategic Leadership
• Strategic Planning, Organising & Control
• Results Orientation & Implementation
• Systematic Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Aligning Performance for Success
• Building and Maintaining Relationships
• Change Leadership (Adaptability/Flexibility)
• Financial & Entrepreneurial Insight
• Adhering to Values

WORKPLACE COMPETENCIES: 

Systems:

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

Job Skills: 

• Required training as identified per training matrix

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