Specialist, Raw Material, Procurement Planning and Analytics, Vanderbijlpark (S4-A)

Listing reference: arcmt_000963
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 24 November 2026
Position summary
Industry: Steel Industry
Job category: Engineering, Technical, Production and Manufacturing
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
ArcelorMittal is recruiting for a Specialist, Raw Material, Procurement Planning and Analytics, Vanderbijlpark (S4-A). The Planning and Analytics Specialist is responsible for directing how Strategic Sourcing & Procurement data is structured, trusted, and used. Furthermore, the Specialist will be responsible for unlocking spend visibility to steering procurement performance by turning raw data into real impact.
Job description

Responsibilities & requirements
 

·       Perform integrated planning to ensure alignment with Production requirements.

·       Value plan (Cost Reduction & Avoidance) tracking and monitoring.

·       Coordinate the analysis of relevant strategic sourcing data.

·       Build and own the Procurement data.

·       Create trustworthy data structures, reports, and trends that drive smarter procurement decisions.

·       Spot trends, run variance analyses, and translate data into clear, actionable procurement decisions.

·       Lead initiatives on data quality, cleansing and internal controls.

·   Establish Strategic Sourcing department’s budget reporting which incorporates consumption and price forecast data.

·   Partner with internal stakeholders and business units to connect data streams and improve reporting processes.

Minimum requirements

Qualifications & requirements
 

·       Applicable B-Degree (NQF 7/10), preferably BCom Accounting/BCom Data Science.

·       Minimum 2 years’ relevant experience in data analytics (Procurement & Metallurgical Accounting, or related fields).

·       Knowledge of iron & steel making process and understanding of logistics environments.

·       Strong background in data management, structures, and optimization.

·       Proficient with Advanced Microsoft Excel, Power Point Presentation, Power BI, and Think Cell.

Personal Attributes

·       Good financial and modeling skills

·       Analytical skills & strategic thinking

·       Able to function as part of a team in a business-driven environment

·       A natural communicator who can explain data to non-data colleagues

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