Senior Procurement Manager: Indirect Materials

Recruiter:

Fempower

Job Ref:

3724844401

Date posted:

Saturday, December 6, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Role Purpose

Our client is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager: Indirect Materials to drive the execution of effective procurement strategies across a complex indirect spend portfolio. The role is both operational and strategic, requiring a seasoned procurement leader who can optimise Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), manage supplier risk, and deliver measurable savings in a fast-paced environment.

The successful incumbent will manage high-impact, service-based categories including Facilities, Travel, Entertainment, Insurance, SHEQ, Catering, PPE, Hygiene, Utilities, and related services across the Group.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute category and sourcing strategies aligned to business needs and procurement policy
Manage a large and sensitive indirect spend portfolio, delivering measurable and auditable savings
Lead practical sourcing initiatives, including RFx processes, supplier negotiations, and contract implementation
Perform and interpret spend analysis and TCO modelling to inform decision-making
Manage supplier performance, risk, and compliance, ensuring SLA adherence
Engage closely with internal stakeholders and end users, demonstrating empathy and service focus
Drive continuous improvement, governance adherence, and operational discipline
Operate effectively in a hands-on capacity, supporting an evolving and under-resourced structure

Minimum Requirements

University degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Commerce, Engineering, Business or related field
7+ years’ experience in strategic sourcing
Minimum 3 years’ experience in Category Management
3 – 5 years in a management or senior leadership role (advantageous)
MCIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply), PMP, or SCMP – desirable

Experience & Skills

Proven experience delivering significant cost savings within indirect procurement
Strong exposure to facilities-heavy and service-based categories
Advanced negotiation, influencing, and stakeholder management skills
Strong project and time management capability with a delivery focus
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, operational environment
Resilient, change-agile, and execution-driven mindset

Ideal Background

Candidates from manufacturing, mining, or FMCG environments with deep indirect procurement exposure are strongly encouraged to apply.

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