Job Description

Structural InformationJob number: 10024703Job title: Snr Manager: Prof Business Serv SourcingJob grade: M4Group/ BU: CorporateDivision: Chief of FinanceSpan of control: 3-10Reports to: Executive ManagementCore DescriptionResponsible for the execution of the Professional Business Services (PBS) category and sourcing strategies, in collaboration with internal clients and in line with the Telkom Procurement Policy and aligned with Telkom's corporate objectives to maximise total cost of ownership savings and procurement value contribution.Job ResponsibilitiesResponsible for the development and execution of the category strategy (40%)
Responsible for the development of the overall PBS category strategy, supported by the Procurement Executive Management
Lead the analysis and set the category spend baseline and development of the category profile, including risk assessment and Supplier Relationship Management strategy
In collaboration with the cross-functional sourcing team, defines the Buying Channel strategy and based on reports, identifies the Buying Channel Effectiveness
Lead the cross-functional Consulting, Financial Services, HR and Legal sourcing team and measures
category practices against best-in-class benchmarks to identify value-delivery initiatives
Work closely with business owners to ensure alignment to budgets and demand plan, Business Unit strategy, overall corporate strategy and leading practice
Lead the medium to complex supplier selection, identification of potential strategic partners and fact-based negotiations for the category
Manage the strategy implementation and sourcing execution against the established measures and controls in alignment with the overall KPI framework
Spend under management of c. R900 Million Per Annum and deal sizes worth R5 Million - R100 MillionManages internal customer relationships (15%)
Support the management of internal customer feedback and query resolution on category and supplier performance
Administer periodic surveys to measure customer feedback for continuous improvement
Within the framework of the cross-functional sourcing and supplier development teams, closely develop and manage the relationship with internal customers
Improve and reinforce procurement's profile and recognition within the internal customer community
Act as a source of expert market knowledge, insight and advice to customersManages medium to complex supplier relationships and contracts (15%)
In line with the defined procurement strategy, manages the identification, classification and categorisation of professional business services suppliers
Lead the development and execution of the Go-To-Market and negotiation strategy
Responsible for supplier relationship management and performance management
Execute supplier development activities
Identify and recommend supplier innovations and manage implementation
In collaboration with the Compliance and Risk team, assess and define the supplier risk management plan and mitigation actionsManages people performance and development (10%)
Manage the performance, development and implementation of his/her team's learning and growth plans and provides coaching and mentoring to ensure ongoing learning and development
Provide comprehensive advice, insights, guidance and service on best practice procurementExecution excellence (10%)
Support the development, maintenance and embedding of category-specific Intellectual Property and best practice
Identify and execute annual productivity improvements within the categoryExecute high-value Spot Buys (5%)
Support the team to source high value, unplanned ad hoc demands, to keep control over high spend utilising deep sourcing / category expertiseManages contract compliance and payment terms as per Telkom policies (5%)
Closely monitors contract compliance and flags areas of non-compliance for corrective action
Identifies methods for optimising user compliance and customer satisfactionCore CompetenciesFUNCTIONAL KNOWLEDGE
Spend & Demand Analysis; Specification Analysis; Supply Market & Competitor Analysis; Value Chain & Total Cost Analysis; Strategic Category Management; Value Identification; Tendering; Contracting/ Legal; Content Management; Reporting & Procurement Controlling; Procurement Applications & MDM; Operational Contract Management; Supplier Relationship Management; Procure to Pay; Spot Buy Execution; e-Sourcing Event ExecutionFUNCTIONAL SKILLS
Communicating with Impact; Drive for Results; Collaborative Team Working; Customer Management; Building Relationships; Project Management & Planning; Strategic Agility; Challenging & Influencing; Process & Policy Adherence; Business and Financial Analysis; Dealing with Ambiguity; Adaptable and Resilient; Holding People Accountable; Leading High-Performance Teams; Managing & Leading ChangeATTITUDES
Strategic & Continuous Improvement Mindset; Business Leadership; Market Leadership; Organisational Leadership; Personal Leadership; Thought Leadership; CCAAS Values (Collaboration, Customer Centricity, Accountability, Agility, Simplicity)Certifications

• CIPS level 5

Education

• NQF 6: 3 year Diploma/ National Diploma in Business/Commerce or Supply Chain

Experience

• 7 Years relevant experience, of which at least 2 years on management level

Additional InformationQualifications and Experience:

• A three-year degree/ diploma on NQF-6 level (preferably in Business/ Commerce or Supply Chain) or completed CIPS Level 5 is required. CIPS Level 6 / MCIPS or MBA will be an advantage.
• 7 years experience in the Strategic Sourcing and/or Category Management environment, preferably with a minimum of 3 years in Professional Business Services sourcing.

Special Requirements:

• Must have a good understanding of the professional business services industry, market and trends. Experience in a professional business services sourcing environment with large-scale sourcing projects exposure.
• An understanding of the Preferential Procurement Framework Act, NDP, NIPC, ICT sector guides and B-BBEE codes.
• Detailed knowledge of the professional business services market and trends.
• Knowledge and experience in medium to complex negotiations, contracts management, business finance and strategic cost management.
• Experience in building and managing long-term internal and external business relationships.
• Ability to lead and inspire his/her category team and succeed in a fast-changing and highly competitive market, keeping the team focused on breakthrough procurement strategies and tactics to best leverage the procurement budget.
• Executive presence and credibility; with a focus on unquestionable integrity and management skills that allow for instant credibility with employees, peers and both internal and external customers.

Special RequirementsPhysical Requirements

• None

Key Stakeholders

• Corporate Governance HR
• Finance IT
• Telkom Business Networks and Wholesale Legal Services
• Telkom Mobile & SMB BCX
• Consumers Suppliers
• Industry and Regulatory Bodies

Telkom