• Application Deadline:
• Position: Category Lead


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification MBA/MSc/MA


• Experience 3 - 5 years


• Location Not specified


• Job Field Procurement / Store-keeping / Supply Chain 
  

Reference: LB39

Job Description:

• Our client is seeking a Category Lead to join their gold operation in West Africa.


• The incumbent will collaborate with end-users and relevant functional departments, working under the guidance of a Category Manager, to create specifications, statements of work, performance metrics, tender documentation, and to draft and implement suitable contracts.


• You will coordinate with the internal procurement team to deliver best value solutions for the project, manage the tender/supplier selection/contract award and implement process ensuring effective communication is maintained throughout.

Responsibilities:

• Research and analyse data and market insights


• Calculate Forecast Purchase Price Variance(PPV); research and analyse market data on key commodities


• Search for insights into consumer needs


• Calculate forecasts for product demand trends


• Assist with upfront scope development, demand planning, market assessments, end to end tender process


• Handle tender management and evaluation, contract negotiation and change management transition plans


• Plan and implement long-term development strategies for product categories


• Recommend and implement phase out strategies for slow mover products


• Build and maintain long-term relationships with vendors


• Manage and track allocated budget


• Participate in the selection, development, and assessment of a supply base


• Interface with key users, ensure effective visibility of the contracting strategy, and build strong working relationships with internal clients to meet operational and financial targets.


• Interface with corporate and mine site-based operations teams to establish category management requirements from planning to execution.


• Execute the supplier relationship management process including but not limited to tracking performance metrics, supplier safety record, fluctuating cost drivers and customer satisfaction.


• Ensure timely and professional service to end users in preparation for evaluation of commercial submissions received in an RFx.


• To handle tendering, contracts and negotiation strategy, in line with Procurement Plans.


• Achieve strong, collaborative, and sustainable relationships with key stakeholders and suppliers.


• Work with end-users and relevant functional departments to develop specifications, statements of work, performance metrics, tender documentation and drafting appropriate contract terms & conditions. 


• Co-ordinate with internal procurement team to deliver best value solutions for Business Unit.


• Handle the tender/supplier selection/contract award and implementation process ensuring effective communication is maintained throughout.  

Requirements: 

• Master’s in Business administration, Finance, Engineering, or appropriate discipline.


• Minimum 3 to 5 years of Strategic Sourcing Experience.


• Minimum 3-year experience as category lead preferably in mining industry, Construction, Services or Heavy Plant related.


• Hands on experience with analyzing big data and making forecasts.


• French / English language skills is a must


• Experience of working effectively in a senior management team environment.


• Experience working in multicultural environment, preferably in West Africa.


• Able to communicate effectively at all levels of the organisation and build effective relationships and networks.


• Demonstrate strong conceptual skills and be capable of developing lateral and practical solutions.