SUMMARY:
Supply Chain Category Management Analyst required for a 6-month contract for highly reputable, global chemical manufacturing client situated in Fourways. A minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar role combined with an NQF 7/8 Bachelor's degree in relevant fields are essential for application.
POSITION INFO:
Purpose of the Role: To support direct raw material procurement and through the collection, analysis and interpretation of internal business, supply chain and market data. The incumbent will provide commercial insights, reporting and governance support to enable informed procurement, sourcing and inventory decisions. The role is responsible for monitoring commodity market movements, analysing business trends, developing dashboards and executive reports, and ensuring that critical procurement documentation and governance requirements are maintained to the highest standard. Working closely with Senior Category Managers and Master Planner, the incumbent will provide data-driven insights that support business performance, risk mitigation, cost optimisation and strategic decision-making. The successful candidate must combine strong analytical capability with commercial acumen, structured problem-solving and the ability to communicate complex information in a clear, concise and compelling manner. Main Outputs and Responsibilities: Business Reporting and Statistic Analysis Develop and maintain SCM performance dashboards. Collect, validate, consolidate and analyse data from multiple sources to ensure accuracy, consistency and reliability. Consolidate procurement and supply chain performance metrics. Improve the efficiency, accuracy and consistency of reporting through standardisation and automation where appropriate. Analyse supply chain trends, risks and opportunities. Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual management reports and \/ or presentations. Support executive decision-making through actionable insights. SCM Planning & Strategic Enablement Coordinate annual SCM business planning cycles. Support strategic objective setting and tracking. Align procurement and supply chain initiatives with business objectives. Track delivery of strategic projects and programmes. Monitor risks impacting strategic execution. SCM Governance & Compliance Coordinate SCM governance forums and management meetings. Monitor adherence to supply chain policies and procedures. Support Delegation of Authority compliance. Track governance actions and decisions to closure. Manage governance reporting and assurance requirements. Procurement Governance & Business Case Support Support sourcing and procurement governance processes. Coordinate business case and investment approval submissions. Prepare governance packs for procurement and capital approval forums. Monitor approval workflows and compliance requirements. Ensure that submissions are factually accurate, commercially sound, logically structured and appropriate for executive and Board-level audiences. Support management in preparing responses to queries and presenting supporting analysis when required. Support audit and assurance activities. Continuous Improvement & Project Coordination Coordinate SCM improvement initiatives. Monitor initiative benefits and value delivery. Support process optimisation projects. Facilitate cross-functional stakeholder engagement. Track implementation progress and reporting. Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration Work closely with Procurement, Supply Chain, Finance, Commercial and other relevant business functions. Engage with stakeholders to understand business requirements, validate assumptions and develop fit-for-purpose analyses. Challenge assumptions constructively and provide objective, evidence-based insights. Build effective working relationships and communicate findings to both technical and non-technical audiences. Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree (NQF 7\/8) in: Supply Chain Management\/ Logistics \/Procurement \/ Finance \/ Business Management \/ Commerce, Industrial Engineering or Operations Management Preferred - Postgraduate qualifications in Engineering, Finance or Supply Chain. Experience: Mandatory Requirements 5-7 years in Supply Chain, Procurement Excellence, Supply Chain PMO, Business Performance, Strategic Planning or Governance. Experience working directly with supply chain leadership teams. Experience preparing EXCO, MANCO or Board-level reporting. Strong financial and operational analytics capability. Exposure to procurement governance and supply chain risk management. Managed governance processes and business performance analytics, reporting. Preferred Requirements Experience within manufacturing, chemical or industrial sectors. Experience supporting executive governance structures. Exposure to procurement governance and sourcing processes. Experience in project coordination and strategic performance management. Competencies: Technical Supply Chain Management Procurement Processes and Governance Business Performance Management Strategic Planning Governance Administration Business Analytics Executive Communication via reporting & presentations Financial and Commercial Acumen Continuous Improvement Methodologies Project Coordination Report writing and presentation skills Clear & concise narration Stakeholder influence Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint Data Visualisation and Dashboard Reporting Behavioural Strategic Thinking Initiative and curiosity Business Acumen Analytical Thinking Stakeholder Engagement Influencing and Communication Skills Planning and Organizing Time management Sense of Urgency Problem Solving Attention to Detail Collaboration Adaptability Results Orientation Please note: Should you not meet the minimum requirements or hear from us within 14 days from date of advertising, please accept your application as being unsuccessful.
