Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.

To lead the collaborative Procurement relationship within allocated Legal Entity, Business Line, or Corporate Function providing input into business strategy, ensure Procurement initiatives drive business objectives and enable the achievement of Preferential Procurement targets. To lead negotiations with global suppliers across multiple geographies with varied legislative requirement to optimise the benefit to the Standard Bank Group by managing costs, leveraging economies of scale.

Minimum Qualifications
Type of Qualification: First Degree
Field of Study: Purchasing and Procurement

Other Minimum Qualifications, certifications or professional memberships:

• Member of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (MCIPS)
• Member of the Professional Body for Supply Chain Management (SAPICS)

Experience Required
8-10 years
Experience engaging senior executives across various Business Lines and with operations across multiple geographies with varied procurement needs and legislative requirements. Experience working with global suppliers, managing procurement needs that span across multiple geographies. An ability to manage local regulations, identifying supplier fit, and managing procurement cost. Strong relationship management and problem-solving capabilities.

Behavioral Competencies:

• Articulating Information
• Challenging Ideas
• Convincing People
• Embracing Change
• Establishing Rapport

Technical Competencies:

• Deal Negotiation
• Dispute Negotiation
• Procurement Knowledge
• Specification Analysis
• Spend & Demand Analysis