Specialist, Category Mngt Energy
Johannesburg, ZA, 2198
112 Oxford Road, Houghton Estate, Johannesburg, 2198
Private Bag X 20, Rosebank, 2196, South Africa
Tel: +27 (0) 11 637 6000
Fax: +27 (0) 11 492 0233
Website: www.anglogoldashanti.com
AngloGold Ashanti (“AGA”), a leading global mining company, boasts a vibrant and inviting culture that beckons new individuals to join its ranks. Embracing diversity and inclusion, the company fosters an environment where every employee is valued and celebrated for their unique perspectives and contributions.
Collaboration and teamwork are at the core of their culture, promoting a sense of unity and shared goals amongst employees. Additionally, AngloGold Ashanti prioritizes employee growth and development, offering ample opportunities for career advancement and professional enrichment.
Joining this dynamic organization means becoming a part of a culture that champions innovation, sustainability, and a commitment to making a meaningful impact in the mining industry and the broader community.
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POSITION |
Specialist Category Management – Energy, Fuels and Lubricants |
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DEPARTMENT |
Supply Chain |
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LOCATION |
Johannesburg, South Africa |
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EMPLOYMENT STATUS |
Permanent |
OBJECTIVE OF THE ROLE
AngloGold Ashanti is seeking a Category Specialist to support the delivery of strategic sourcing and category management initiatives. This role partners with the Category Manager to optimise spend, drive supplier performance, and deliver cost efficiencies aligned to business objectives.
ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Support development and execution of the category strategies
- Assist with supplier management, negotiations, and contract execution
- Conduct market analysis, benchmarking, and energy cost modelling
- Support tendering, contract management, and SOX compliance
- Identify cost-saving opportunities through spend analysis and insights
- Contribute to business cases, reporting, and performance tracking
- Drive supplier performance and continuous improvement initiatives
ROLE REQUIREMENTS
Education & Qualification
- Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field
Experience, Knowledge and Skills
- 3+ years’ experience in procurement, category management, or commercial analysis
- Experience in energy markets, utilities, fuel and Lubricants advantageous
- Strategic sourcing and category management
- Cost modelling, analytics, and benchmarking
- Supplier and contract management
- Stakeholder engagement and communication
- SAP and Microsoft Office proficiency
BENEFITS SUMMARY
- AngloGold Ashanti offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, financial security, and overall well-being.
- Medical insurance, employee assistance programmes and wellbeing initiatives.
- Company-supported pension or provident fund contributions.
- Annual leave, sick leave, and public holidays in line with company policy.
APPLICATION PROCESS
- AngloGold Ashanti is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of gender, race, religion, nationality, or disability.
- Interested applicants who meet the requirements are invited to submit their applications, including a detailed CV and a cover letter addressing suitability for the role via the company’s careers website.
AngloGold Ashanti Limited
Reg No: 1944/017354/06
Directors: G Patterson J Munanka KV Naidoo B Sangqu B Chauke