Sabenza IT

Category Manager

Sabenza IT  •  South Africa (Onsite)  •  5 hours ago
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Job Description


Shape procurement strategy for iconic beverage brands
across Africa. Drive real value. Build supplier excellence. Make an impact that
reaches millions of consumers.


ROLE OVERVIEW


The Category Manager for Capex and MRO is responsible for
developing and executing sourcing and category strategies across Capital
Expenditure (Capex) and Maintenance, Repair & Operations (MRO) categories
within the Africa Zone. The role drives value creation, cost optimization,
supplier performance, and sustainable growth by delivering world-class
procurement practices aligned with regional and global procurement strategies.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Category & Sourcing Strategy Development

  • Sourcing Strategy Execution & Delivery

  • Supplier & Performance Management

  • Process,Systems & Governance


Requirements


WHAT YOU BRING — REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE


  • Bachelors
    degree, preferably in Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain and Logistics or
    Purchasing

  • 3
    years procurement experience in CAPEX or MRO (Maintenance) category
    management role

  • Knowledge
    on packaging, utilities, brewing equipment is an advantage

  • Knowledge
    on commercial category is an advantage (fridges, draught & glassware)

  • CIPS
    or equivalent Purchasing Professional accreditation

  • Pan
    African / Regional or Global category management experience

  • Sound
    knowledge and understanding of procurement strategic sourcing methodology

  • In
    depth understanding of manufacturing production systems

  • Good
    knowledge, understanding and use of Microsoft Office tools

  • Good
    analytics skills

  • Presentation
    skills

  • Sound
    knowledge of procurement systems like Ariba and use of eAuction

  • Knowledge
    of SAP an advantage

  • Must
    be willing to travel into Africa occasionally


This isn’t just another procurement role — it’s your
opportunity to influence multi-million rand spend and supplier strategy across
the continent for a major beverage's player. Don’t miss it.

Sabenza IT

About Sabenza IT

Sabenza iT Recruitment is a Level 2 BBBEE company with more than 23 years of expertise in Information Technology recruitment. Our team comprises 20 recruiters dedicated to providing top-notch services in recruiting for sectors such as SAP, IT Developers, and IT Security, among others. Sabenza iT is proud to be a wholly South African-owned company.

Industry
IT & Software
Company Size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Natal, Cape Town, Gauteng, ZA
Year Founded
2013
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