Job Description

Company DescriptionDE BEERS GROUPPeople. Process. Performance.You enjoy gathering data and analysing it to provide context and direction for executive-level decisions about where we should be looking to play and invest.Come and be part of our team. Were shaping the future of a global business with an innovative mindset and a fascinating product.Were the worlds leading diamond company - a unique luxury business that thrives on the creativity, passion and knowledge of our people.To push our company forwards, we always need to think differently. We welcome diverse perspectives, people who spark fresh thinking and aren't afraid to challenge assumptions.In return, we provide you with the space and support to grow and achieve your ambitions.The Category Specialist provides category support on negotiable operational spend to the Category Management team. This role is a shared services role and provides strategic sourcing capability across the GoC - directly supporting the wholly managed business units and indirectly supporting the joint ventures.To coordinate and integrate the effective management of the supply of strategic Mining Equipment and Commodities/ Mining Services and/or Capital Project Goods and Services, as well as site related services to the De Beers Group of Companies (GoC) in order to ensure maximum benefit and value and operational compliance in line with the organisations strategic needs and minimise risk to the business.Key duties of the Category Specialist include:

• Extensive Market analysis and to implement an effective sourcing strategy
• Contract Management including contractual compliance
• Spend analysis
• Stakeholder Management
• Tender and strategy Implementation
• Value delivery
• Reporting and Information Support
• Provide strategic sourcing process governance

QualificationsQualifications and Required Skills

• A Commercial/Engineering degree
• 3-5 year relevant supply chain experience.
• Experience in savings initiatives
• Experience tender development and execution, and Contract Administration and Management is essential
• Utilization of a formal methodology/process for sourcing activity is an advantage.
• Experience in the leadership and management of people is required.
• It is advantageous to have experience in a range of different commodities and services

Specific experience in extractive metallurgical plant equipment and services will be advantageousValuesPut Safety First - We consider all risks to people and the environment before proceeding with any activity. We address risks before beginning any activity, even if this means stopping a task. Zero Harm is always our goal.Be Passionate - We are exhilarated by the product we sell, the challenges we face and the opportunities we create.Pull Together - Being united in purpose and action, we will turn the diversity of our people, skills and experience into an unparalleled source of strength.Build Trust- We will always listen first, then act with openness, honesty and integrity so that our relationships flourishShow we Care - The people whose lives we touch, their communities, nations and the environment we share, all matter deeply to us. We will always think through the consequences of what we do so that our contribution to the world is real, lasting and makes us proud.Shape the Future - We will find new ways. We will set demanding targets and take both tough decisions and considered risks to achieve them. We will insist on excellent execution and reward those who deliver.Additional InformationWho we are:Established in 1888, De Beers Group is the worlds leading diamond company with unrivalled expertise in the exploration, mining, sorting, valuing, selling and marketing of diamonds. Together with our joint venture partners, we operate in more than 20 countries across six continents.We want our diamonds, and our business, to make life brilliant - for our people, our customers and the world around us.We build partnerships and connect with our people and their communities to make a positive contribution to the wider world. Were constantly developing new ways to make an impact and build a beneficial legacy. We call it Building Forever - its fundamental to our pioneering spirit and the purposeful way we do business.Eligibility CriteriaThis role is open only to individuals who currently have right to work in the country stated and we will not be supporting any individuals who might need to relocate.Location: JohannesburgClosing date - 06 June 2024Hiring Salary Range: 2024 rates

De Beers Group