Senior Specialist: Indirects Procurement - Vanderbijlpark (S3)
Listing reference: arcmt_000949
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 4 November 2026
Position summary
Industry: Steel Industry
Job category: Transport and Logistics Management
Location: Vanderbijlpark
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: No
About our company
Part of the worldwide ArcelorMittal group with an industrial presence in 27 countries, ArcelorMittal South Africa Limited is the largest steel producer on the African continent, with a production capacity of 5 million tonnes of liquid steel per annum. Both flat and long steel is produced in hundreds of grades and specifications. Steel is as relevant as ever to the future success of our world. As one of the only materials to be completely reusable and recyclable, it will play a critical role in building the circular economy of the future. Steel will continue to evolve, becoming smarter, and increasingly sustainable. At ArcelorMittal, our goal is to help build a better world with smarter steels.At ArcelorMittal South Africa, our "We Care" value drives our unwavering commitment to safety and zero harm for our employees. We seek applicants who share this dedication and are ready to uphold our high safety standards.It is essential to regularly check your emails for updates regarding your application status. We utilise "Wamly”, a one-way recorded interview platform, to streamline our hiring process. Should you receive an invitation to complete a recorded interview, please ensure it is submitted by the specified deadline. Timely completion of this step is crucial for your application to be considered for the opportunity. We appreciate your diligence in this process and look forward to your participation.
Introduction
The Senior Specialist is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies across Industrial Service categories, including hired labour, plant maintenance, cleaning, scaffolding, fabrication, waste management, and outsourced technical services.
The role ensures contract coverage, supplier performance, and cost optimisation, while maintaining compliance with governance and supporting plant operations.
This position requires strong commercial acumen, technical understanding of industrial environments, and the ability to build strategic partnerships that deliver long-term value to the organisation.
Job description
Responsibilities & requirements
1. Strategic Sourcing
1. Strategic Sourcing
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for industrial services aligned with plant operational needs and business objectives.
• Analyse spend and identify high-impact opportunities for cost savings, efficiency improvements, and supplier consolidation.
• Lead sourcing initiatives including RFIs, RFPs, tenders, and negotiations for key service contracts.
• Conduct market and supplier analysis to understand cost drivers, market trends, and potential innovations.
2. Contract Coverage and Compliance
• Work closely with Technical Buyers and Sourcing Managers to increase contract coverage across all indirect industrial service areas.
• Establish, renew, and manage service contracts with clearly defined SLAs, KPIs, and penalty mechanisms.
• Ensure contracts are standardised, compliant with internal governance (DoA, policy), and auditable.
• Monitor contract validity and proactively manage renewals to prevent service interruptions.
3. Supplier Relationship and Performance Management
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key service providers and contractors.
• Drive supplier performance through regular reviews and performance scorecards.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to ensure supplier delivery meets safety, quality, and reliability standards.
4. Cost Optimisation and Value Delivery
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction, process optimisation, and total cost of ownership (TCO) improvements.
• Collaborate with the Procurement team to quantify and track savings, cost avoidance, and other measurable benefits.
• Benchmark industrial service costs against market standards to maintain competitiveness.
5. Governance and Risk Management
• Ensure adherence to procurement policies, Delegation of Authority, and ethical standards.
• Identify and manage supply chain risks related to safety, performance, or financial stability.
• Maintain transparency in sourcing processes and documentation for audit readiness.
6. Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Partner with Maintenance, Engineering, Production, Safety, and Finance to ensure alignment between sourcing strategies and operational priorities.
• Support plant shutdowns, turnarounds, and project activities by ensuring timely contracting and supplier mobilisation.
7. Leadership and Support
• Provide guidance to Technical Buyers and Procurement Analysts in category-related sourcing projects.
• Share industry knowledge and promote knowledge transfer within the team.
Minimum requirements
Qualifications & requirements
• B.degree/ HND/ B.Tech/ M. Diploma (NQF 7/10)
• 8 years’ procurement experience, with at least 5 years in sourcing or category management for industrial services.
• Experience in service procurement in steel production, mining, petrochemical, or heavy industrial sectors preferred.
• Strong understanding of service contracts, SLA management, contract terms, supplier negotiations and tender processes.
• Proven track record in managing sourcing projects with high safety and operational risk.
• Proficient in SAP and reporting tools (Power BI, Excel, etc.).
Personal Attributes:
• Ethical, transparent, and committed to safe, compliant procurement practices.
• Proactive and self-directed, with strong ownership of deliverables.
• Collaborative and solutions-oriented, with a service mindset.
• Detail-focused but able to think strategically.
• Resilient under pressure and adaptable to changing operational demands.