Procurement Operations Lead

SUMMARY:
Global healthcare company requires an experienced Procurement Operations Lead to join their team in Midrand.

POSITION INFO:
The role is responsible to: Design, build, and embed a centralized procurement function for the company Move the organization from fragmented state to a unified, professional, and best in class procurement operating model Creating structures where none fully exists, and drive momentum across the business Centralized Procurement Design & Transformation Design, establish, and embed a centralized procurement operating model Lead the transformation from a decentralized, fragmented procurement environment to a unified and mature function Define and implement procurement governance, processes, systems, and controls aligned to global standards Drive procurement transformation initiatives including Ariba implementation, productivity programs, and operational excellence initiatives Value Creation & Performance Delivery: Deliver sustainable cost savings through strategic sourcing, supplier consolidation, and commercial optimization Achieve measurable improvements in supplier quality, performance, and reliability Embed strong process discipline, compliance, and audit readiness across all Source to Pay (S2P) activities Increase overall procurement maturity and professionalism across the organization Stakeholder & Governance Management Lead and represent the Procurement function internally and externally, including vendors, auditors, and global stakeholders Actively participate in budgeting and forecasting processes, aligned with Supply Chain leadership Represent South Africa in Global Procurement routines, including Monthly Performance Reviews (MPRs) and functional forums Collaborate closely with Global Business Services (GBS) and Shared Services on transactional and accounting related procurement activities People Leadership & Capability Building Build and lead a high performing procurement team, including recruitment, role design, and succession planning Develop procurement capability, functional skills, and future leadership pipeline Drive engagement, learning, and performance management across the team Skills & Experience: Bachelor's or postgraduate degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field Minimum 5+ years' experience in procurement or supply chain leadership, ideally in a country or multi category role Healthcare industry experience will secure Global \/ multinational experience will secure Proven experience building, transforming, or centralizing procurement functions within complex organizations Strong understanding of Source to Pay (S2P) processes, procurement governance, and compliance frameworks, preferably within a regulated or pharmaceutical environment Demonstrated success in strategic sourcing, cost savings delivery, supplier performance management, and contract management Experience leading transformation and change initiatives, including system implementations and productivity programs Strong analytical and commercial skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights. Confident communicator with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and lead cross functional teams Track record in people leadership, capability development, and team engagement Professional certifications (e.g. CIPS, CPSM, PMP\/PRINCE2, Lean Six Sigma) are advantageous but not required