Procurement Superintendent – Goods and Capex (Gauteng) at Samancor Chrome

PURPOSE OF THE JOB: 

• To assist in the development and implementation of procurement strategy for the assigned category of commodities.

BALANCED SCORECARD PILLARS, ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

SAFETY, HEALTH, ENVIRONMENT AND QUALITY

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

PEOPLE 

Manage the Section:

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

• Maintain and improve relationships with all key stakeholders.
• Ensure customer and supplier satisfaction.
• Interact with customers and familiarise yourself with operational concerns and any inherent peculiarities.
• Establish and maintain effective communication channels and networks between customers and suppliers.
• Resolve customer queries / complaints.

BUSINESS PROCESSES 

Category Management:

• Manage all procurement-related activities of third party spend within the assigned category of bulk commodities like Diesel, Gas, Refractory, etc.
• Identify and implement the strategic sourcing initiatives for the assigned category to reduce the Total Cost of Ownership.
• Identify, implement and maintain the relevant commodity 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 supply markets, competitors and product/service innovations.
• Facilitate implementation of procurement change initiatives within the assigned category to improve business performance.

Vendor Management:

• Manage all aspects of the vendor rationalization strategy within the assigned category to support the business nationally, including vendor selection, compliance and performance.

Stakeholder Management:

• Build strong relationships with internal and external customers with a view to enhancing the customer experience.

Contract Management:

• Manage all contracts within the assigned category across its lifecycle, including terminations, renewals, extensions and re-assignments.
• Identify and manage risk to the business together with the cross-functional contracting team (Finance, Legal, Business Units, Maintenance Engineering)

Innovation:

• Identify innovative procurement solutions that provide efficiencies for the organisation.

Management support:

• Perform procurement analyses and reporting to assist management to track, monitor and achieve departmental targets.

Mentorship:

• Perform a mentorship role to Procurement Specialists and Contract Practitioners.

GROWTH

• Manage Continuous Improvement through Operational Excellence.
• Identify opportunities for improvements within the Procurement pipeline.
• Drive improvement projects as required.
• Increase BEE spend.
• Initiate Enterprise Development and Preferential Procurement opportunities.

SHAREHOLDER VALUE

• Manage the Section costs.
• Comply with Financial Policies and Procedures.
• Protect company assets.
• Reduce Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and establish a competitive advantage through proactive procurement.
• Deliver auditable benefits.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES: 

• Safety Leadership
• Innovation
• Leadership
• Planning, Organising & Control
• Results Orientation
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Aligning Performance for Success
• Communication
• Change Leadership
• Building Strong Teams
• Business Acumen

WORKPLACE COMPETENCIES:

Skills:

• Microsoft programs.
• Samancor Chrome Systems (IMS, EBMS, SAP, COUPA, MES)

Knowledge:

• Understanding of legal contracts and Contract Management.
• Understanding of market dynamics of assigned category of commodities.
• Knowledge of Supply Chain Management, Policies and Procedures, Systems Analysis, Mathematics,
• Knowledge of Mining Charter, B-BBEE Act and the Code of Good Practise.

Requirements

Minimum qualifications: 

• Degree or National Diploma Commerce, Law, Engineering or Supply Chain Management.
• 6 years’ relevant experience, preferably 2 years’ managerial experience

Closing date: 13 November 2026