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Anglo American / De Beers Group
At De Beers Group our purpose is to Make Life Brilliant.
We believe that a sustainable business is purposeful, competitive, resilient and agile – it’s a business that thrives through both economic and social cycles. By understanding the context and listening to stakeholders we stay ahead of evolving trends and provide the solutions to societal expectations. By solving the physical challenges of mining through relentless innovation, and constantly searching for more responsible ways to do business, we are changing the way our employees and stakeholders experience our business – creating enduring value for all stakeholders. Sustainability is at the heart of our decision-making – it is how we do business.
The Category Manager is responsible for managing negotiable operational spend. This role is a shared services role and provides strategic sourcing capability across the GoC – directly supporting the wholly managed business units and the joint ventures.
TYPICAL TASKS
Manage the supply of strategic Upstream Commodities and Services to the De Beers Group of Companies (GoC) in order to ensure
Lead the definition and implementation of category strategies to drive
Be responsible for creating and maintaining strategic contracts for the De Beers group. Facilitate the inclusion and ongoing management of De Beers businesses in Anglo American group contracts.
Be accountable for the development of relationships with strategic suppliers and management of specific Total Cost of Ownership benefits to ensure business requirements are satisfied
Lead the development, improvement and roll out of category strategies with the requisite input and buy in from the key stakeholders internally and relevant functional leadership based on strategic sourcing strategies principles.
Drive and support a consistent approach to the advancement of local procurement and black economic empowerment focus.
Negotiate and manage high value and production critical strategic commodity and service contracts - including amendments, price adjustments and general contract administration.
Supplier relationship management and supplier sourcing strategies are managed to ensure on time and in full receiving of required products and services. Drive and support a consistent approach to develop and maintain key supplier relationships and ensure sustainable supply and delivery of the right goods and services, at the right time, right place and at the best commercial terms
Management of contracts in line with procurement governance procedures and Global Anglo Group standards
Ensure the effectiveness of Business Unit and Group contracts by:
Lead and contribute towards the development of TCO models for key categories jointly with the Asset Optimization team.
Manage and mitigate the supply chain risk associated with suppliers in the category
Lead the development, improvement and roll out of category strategies with the requisite input and buy in from the key stakeholders internally and relevant functional leadership based on strategic sourcing strategies principles.
Drive and support a consistent approach to the advancement of local procurement and black economic empowerment focus.
Negotiate and manage high value and production critical strategic commodity and service contracts - including amendments, price adjustments and general contract administration.
Supplier relationship management and supplier sourcing strategies are managed to ensure on time and in full receiving of required products and services. Drive and support a consistent approach to develop and maintain key supplier relationships and ensure sustainable supply and delivery of the right goods and services, at the right time, right place and at the best commercial terms
Management of contracts in line with procurement governance procedures and Global Anglo Group standards
Ensure the effectiveness of Business Unit and Group contracts by:
Lead and contribute towards the development of TCO models for key categories jointly with the Asset Optimization team.
Manage and mitigate the supply chain risk associated with suppliers in the category
Perform supplier and product research according to business objectives to ensure value-add
Ensure that commodities are sourced in accordance with technical, commercial and sustainability specifications
Initiate and participate in projects and initiatives as necessary
Facilitate the review and revision of relevant DBGS Sourcing policies, procedures and standards.
Experience:
Skills required for role:
Technical Competencies:
Our Values
Put 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 flourish
Show 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.
Closing Date: 16September 2026
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