Category Manager

Category Specialist: Technical Procurement Department: Procurement / Supply Chain Basic Functions Support technical procurement across engineering and project teams. Partner with engineers to understand project and sourcing requirements. Source services for small, medium, and large-scale projects. Execute RFQ/RFP/tender processes in line with procurement policies. Analyse spend, market pricing, supplier performance, and cost drivers. Support sourcing strategies to improve cost savings and reduce supply risk. Assist with supplier selection, onboarding, and contract coordination. Work with internal stakeholders including engineering, commercial, legal, and operations. Track supplier timelines, manufacturing lead times, and project delivery risks. Maintain procurement records, reports, contracts, and sourcing data. Ensure compliance with procurement governance, policies, and approval processes. Support contract management, supplier performance, and savings tracking. Requirements National Diploma or Degree in Engineering 5+ years’ procurement, supply chain, or technical buying experience. Experience in technical procurement or engineering-related sourcing. Experience with project procurement and multi-disciplinary project environments. Strong exposure to RFQ/RFP/tender processes and supplier negotiations. Experience with capital procurement or project-based sourcing advantageous. Good understanding of contracts, commercial terms, and supplier management. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret spend and technical data. Advanced Excel and strong procurement systems knowledge. Ability to work independently and manage priorities. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Attention to detail, self-motivated, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.