Head: Procurement - Business Bank

Absa Bank Limited

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Procurement operating model development
Stakeholder management and engagement
Category management and cost savings delivery
Absa Bank Limited is seeking a Head of Procurement for its Business Bank division, responsible for developing a procurement operating model and managing stakeholder relationships. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, extensive procurement experience, and the ability to drive cost-saving initiatives

Job Summary

  • The role involves developing a functional procurement operating model aligned with group strategy to enable horizontal implementation and adoption.
  • The Head of Procurement will lead and manage teams to achieve high performance while ensuring delivery of cost-saving benefits and compliance with sourcing policies.
  • This position requires effective stakeholder management, risk mitigation, and communication with internal and external clients to maintain strong relationships.

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Absa Bank Limited is seeking a Head of Procurement for its Business Bank division, responsible for developing a procurement operating model and managing stakeholder relationships. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, extensive procurement experience, and the ability to drive cost-saving initiatives.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Procurement operating model development
  • Stakeholder management and engagement
  • Category management and cost savings delivery
  • Contract and commercial management
  • Team leadership and development
  • Risk and compliance management

Nice-to-have

  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Strategic sourcing and supplier management
  • Performance monitoring and productivity improvement
  • Client relationship management
  • Coaching and staff motivation

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Commerce or Management
  • Experience managing procurement contracts over R5 million
  • Knowledge of Sourcing and Supply Management Policy (SSMP)
  • Experience leading procurement or sourcing teams
  • Understanding of BEAM standards and risk compliance

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