Category Lead (Fixed term contract for 12 months)

Recruiter:

Kamo Placements

Job Ref:

JHB002008/Kamo

Date posted:

Wednesday, October 7, 2026

Location:

Pretoria, South Africa

Salary:

Annually

SUMMARY:
To supervise the strategic sourcing function within the Operations category, including legal, financial advisory, training and other types of consultancy services, ensuring all sourcing activities are conducted in line with the Procurement Policy. This includes maintaining the validity, timeliness, accuracy, good governance and due diligence of all sourcing transactions.

POSITION INFO:
JOB DESCRIPTION

Plan and prioritise work for self, using guidance from the Strategic Sourcing Manager and applying personal judgement, as appropriate.
Ensure adherence to controls and that all work complies with established processes, rules, policies and regulations.
Oversee and conduct sourcing of goods and services, including market research, preparation of Request for X (RFX) procurement-related documentation, bid evaluations, commercial negotiations, supplier award recommendations and preparing and presenting submissions to relevant committees
Review and authorise RFXs and supplier award recommendations within delegated authority.
Collate and analyse spend data for goods and services within the Operations category to develop demand plans, support resource planning and assist with category strategy development, process improvements and management reporting.
Analyse and compile management information relating to the Operations category for reporting purposes.
Manage relationships within the Operations category and lead or participate in stakeholder engagements, both internally and externally.
Participate actively in initiatives aimed at continuously improving departmental systems, processes and procedures.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

At least a B Degree in Commerce, Supply Chain or an equivalent qualification in a related field;
A minimum of 7â8 years’ experience in procurement or sourcing, of which at least 3 years in a supervisory role; and
A Chartered Accountant (SA) (NQF 8) qualification or Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) certification will be an advantage.

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