Procurement Manager

South Africa

Cape Town

Procurement

Last application date: 31/12/2019

Do you want to work on strategic procurement projects in Africa delivering tangible and significant value to the business, and have a proven track record within consulting, procurement or another strategic function?

We offer

• A unique opportunity for personal and professional development in a team of 14 professionals managing a portfolio of ~1.2 bn USD per year

• A procurement career while building a strong platform for future leadership roles within Maersk

• Accountability and opportunity to deliver impact regardless of tenure

• Senior management exposure from day one

• Ability to get familiarized working in and with Africa, while being exposed to global operations and creating global impact

• A fast-paced and dynamic environment with a distinct respect for the individual

• An international team with likeminded young top performers

• Diverse project portfolio and ability to see end-to-end procurement cycle

Key responsibilities

• Working as a Procurement Manager you will be responsible for a portfolio, e.g. a sub-region of Africa spanning multiple countries and categories (terminals, authorities, depots, equipment maintenance and repair, etc.)

• Driving your own work module independently, while being part of a team

• Solving problems in a structured and analytical manner

• Conducting tenders and negotiations independently

• Managing internal and external stakeholder relations

We are looking for

Experienced candidates with a background in either procurement, management consulting, or other strategic function with a proven track record:

• Outstanding professional performance

• Strategic mind-set and an ability to create seamless and creative solutions to challenging goals

• Strong personal impact with excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work across functions and disciplines and engage with suppliers and internal stakeholders

• Strong independent drive to achieve success in your work

• Aptitude for leadership and inspiring others to excel

Knowledge of French and/or Portuguese is a benefit but not a requirement.

Extensive travel within Africa is expected and required in this role; approximately 1 week per month.