The Group Sourcing Procurement team has a position available for a Procurement Manager (Non-Motor – Property & External Assessor’s) who will be based at our Head Office in Cape Town, Tygervalley.The development and formulation of commodity strategies for the Non-Motor portfolio, driving strategic sourcing initiatives, management of supplier base and relationships, unlocking optimal value from the supply base and alignment of the Procurement (procurement and buying) environment in terms of people, processes, systems and information.What will make you successful in this role?To develop and implement relevant differentiated procurement strategies for spend categories.To implement systems, processes and partner with key stakeholders internally and externally to facilitate optimal integration and alignment of the Procurement environment within Santam and its extended business.To develop and formulate commodity strategies for the portfolio of commodities within a supply chain of typically Building and Plumbing related suppliers as well as External Assessing Suppliers.To lead a team of Sourcing specialists and Contract officers including building a team culture of engagement.Drive a culture of continuous learning and development by sharing best practice and industry trends with peers and team members. To unlock optimal value from the supply base managed.To align the procurement environment in terms of people, processes, systems and information and link this into the day-to-day claims services operations of Santam (and other companies within the group) in order to satisfy policyholder needs in terms of consumable, repair and replacement goods through an approved network of contracted suppliers.Understanding budgets and financial targets and forecasting for procurement.Understanding spend reports and spend classificationReviews for proposals (RFP’s) Qualification and ExperienceB Comm (Supply Chain Management/Finance/Procurement) or a relevant B Degree Relevant Honours degree would be advantageous.Minimum of 8 years practical experience in industry in financial/procurement environment in Short term Insurance, FMCG or retail related areas with strong exposure to strategic as well as tactical dimensionsSkillsPlanning & organisingPresentation SkillsPro-active orientationProblem solvingProject managementStrategic thinkingNegotiating CoachingInterpersonal skillsConflict managementLeadershipCore Competencies Cultivates innovation - Contributing through others Customer focus - Contributing through others Drives results - Contributing through others Collaborates - Contributing through others Being resilient - Contributing through others About The CompanySantam is the market leader in the general insurance industry in Southern Africa. We are a large, diversified, expanding, and transforming company and whilst based in South Africa, we are rapidly moving into a number of emerging markets, both in Africa and Asia. Our success is rooted in our passion for our clients and everything we do is centered on our delivery of Insurance Good and Proper. We’re about people. People drive our business so it follows that we want to recruit the best people possible whether they work for us permanently or for a short time as temporary employees. At Santam, we are committed to transformation and embracing diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse workplace with employment equity as a key goal to create an inclusive workforce, representative of the demographics of our society. In achieving our employment equity goals, we give preference to applicants from the designated groups in alignment with the Divisions Employment Equity targets. Our recruitment process OnboardingStep 8You made it. Here we ensure we receive all your documents to get you onto our payroll system. Our recruitment process AdvertiseStep 1Our vacancies are advertised between 3-5 days depending on the market availability of the skills required. Our recruitment process Could take a couple of days depending on the volume and the screening process, which various according to the complexity of the role. Our recruitment process Step 3Long listed candidates are sent to the hiring manager to review and consider for the next stage of the selection process. Our recruitment process Telephonic screeningStep 4Candidates may be contacted for a short screening interview to get to know them better and to ask any clarity seeking questions. Our recruitment process Your interviewStep 5We use a competency interview model. Interview dates will be confirmed via e-mail. During the interview you will be introduced to the panel and the process will be explained. Remain calm and sell yourself. This is our opportunity to match your skills to the job. You only get one shot! Our recruitment process AssessmentStep 6Should we like what you bring to the table, depending on the job you are being considered for, you may be invited to complete a psychometric assessment. Further employment checks are conducted the ensure the validity of your credentials. Our recruitment process Step 7Prior to an offer being made, there may be a second interview to meet with the Head of Department.Should there be a need for any further interviews, be sure to bring the same charm that got you through your first interview. Our recruitment process OnboardingStep 8You made it. Here we ensure we receive all your documents to get you onto our payroll system. Our recruitment process AdvertiseStep 1Our vacancies are advertised between 3-5 days depending on the market availability of the skills required. Our recruitment process Step 2Could take a couple of days depending on the volume and the screening process, which various according to the complexity of the role. Our recruitment process Step 3Long listed candidates are sent to the hiring manager to review and consider for the next stage of the selection process. Our recruitment process Telephonic screeningStep 4Candidates may be contacted for a short screening interview to get to know them better and to ask any clarity seeking questions. Our recruitment process Your interviewStep 5We use a competency interview model. Interview dates will be confirmed via e-mail. During the interview you will be introduced to the panel and the process will be explained. Remain calm and sell yourself. This is our opportunity to match your skills to the job. You only get one shot! Our recruitment process AssessmentStep 6Should we like what you bring to the table, depending on the job you are being considered for, you may be invited to complete a psychometric assessment. Further employment checks are conducted the ensure the validity of your credentials. Our recruitment process Step 7Prior to an offer being made, there may be a second interview to meet with the Head of Department.Should there be a need for any further interviews, be sure to bring the same charm that got you through your first interview. Our recruitment process OnboardingStep 8You made it. Here we ensure we receive all your documents to get you onto our payroll system.TIPS & TRICKSGetting ready for your interviewThere is not just one way to be successful at Santam, nor is there one way to interview with us. Interviewing is a two-way process - it helps us learn about you, and it helps you learn about us, our people, and what you could do here.Santam has been officially recognised by the Top Employers Institute as a Top Employer 2023 for excellence in people practices. This is the seventh consecutive year that we have achieved this accolade.#J-18808-Ljbffr