We are one of the world's largest producers and marketers of copper with our mining, refining and recycling operations and development projects within the key mining regions of Africa, Australia, Philippines & Americas.

As the Category Manager at Copper Africa, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our strategic sourcing endeavors by optimising the procurement and management of commodities within the Fixed Plant and Engineering category.

Your primary focus will be on value delivery and fostering operational excellence in category procurement processes.

To source, contract and catalogue goods and services for all Copper Africa operations using Coupa as the key enabler. Strategically manage key supplier relationships across Africa, leveraging our regional and global contracts and relationships for the benefit of our regional operations

OBJECTIVES:

• Support the development and execution of comprehensive sourcing strategies aligned with Copper Africa's business plan, focusing on cost optimisation, profitability targets, and shareholder value creation.
• Conduct in-depth market research and leverage your technical expertise to identify cost-effective sourcing opportunities across global markets, adhering to local procurement mandates.
• Develop, implement, and manage differentiated category-specific sourcing strategies, including detailed cost modelling, Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), spend analysis, and proactive risk mitigation strategies.
• Translate Copper Africa's strategic objectives into actionable sourcing initiatives.
• Leverage your strong commercial acumen to negotiate and manage contracts with suppliers, securing favourable terms, ensuring compliance, and maximising performance.
• Oversee the seamless implementation and execution of all contract terms.
• Build and maintain active catalogues for each contract sourced.
• Create catalogue efficiency through supplier-maintained catalogue environments.
• Ensure all high-volume materials have a catalogue in place.
• Implement Global Best Practise for online catalogue management.
• Support the SRM programme to drive strategic value with our key suppliers.
• Utilise Coupa to streamline sourcing processes and improve efficiency.
• Continuously analyse data and market trends

• Using the balanced scorecard methodology to track and record all.
• Ensure site CFO sign-off on all value delivery initiatives.
• Using Cross-Functional Teams from the business and specifically the site operations to ensure ownership and buy in to our sourcing recommendations.
• Foster and cultivate strong relationships with key suppliers to build a network of trusted partners and foster collaboration for mutual benefit.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture within the team.
• Providing effective coaching, mentorship, and development opportunities.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:

• Cross Functional Team (Engineering, Finance and Sites)
• Global Category and Regional Category Management Teams
• Key Suppliers, Contractors, External Service Providers
• BU Leadership (Exco, Heads of BU Functions & assets)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Degree in Engineering, Finance, Law, Business Management, or Commerce (preferably with a technical focus).
• MBA/MBL preferred, MCIPS certification considered a plus.
• Lean Six-Sigma experience advantageous.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in Supply Chain Management, within Mining, Oil and Gas, or Heavy Industry.

• Proven record of accomplishment of success in strategic sourcing, contract management, and category management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
• Advanced knowledge of category strategy, cost reduction initiatives, supplier selection, purchasing, and contract management with a Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) approach.
• Proven record of accomplishment in negotiation, contract development, and execution.
• Expertise in building and managing strategic partnerships with suppliers, including Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) and Supplier Performance Management (SPM).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills, inspiring and motivating a diverse team to achieve ambitious goals.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Proficient in data analysis tools and Microsoft Office Suite, with additional expertise in relevant technical software preferred.
• Coupa experience advantageous.

SKILLS:

• Strong ability to develop business cases, conduct investment appraisals, and understand the commercial implications of decisions.
• Formulating and executing procurement strategies for value creation.
• Proactive identification, assessment, and mitigation of procurement risks.
• Building strong relationships and effectively communicating with internal and external stakeholders.
• Deep understanding of procurement systems and their optimisation.
• Utilising data analytics and digital tools for informed decision-making and process improvement.
• Leading and managing sourcing projects effectively, including budget control and timeline management.
• Tracking performance against targets and generating accurate, insightful reports.
• Applying systemic, knowledge-based approaches to solve complex problems and drive innovation.
• Integrating community development and supplier diversity into procurement strategies.
• Implementing practices that minimise environmental and social impact.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

Glencore is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Through our IDEAL framework (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Advancement, and Local), Glencore is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone can achieve their full potential, regardless of their backgrounds. We aim to ensure that all perspectives and cultures, however numerous and varied, are welcomed, essential to our operations, and respected by each of our employees. We treat all our employees fairly and with dignity. Join us in championing IDEAL, where inclusivity unlocks potential and fuels high performance.