Manager: Information and Communication Technology

112 Oxford Road, Houghton Estate, Johannesburg, 2198

Private Bag X 20, Rosebank, 2196, South Africa   

Tel: +27 (0) 11 637 6000

Fax: +27 (0) 11 637 6624  

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.

Objective of the role 

The incumbent will support the management of a portfolio that requires a high degree of analytical capabilities in the technology industry encompassing IT and OT Software, Hardware, Services, and Telecommunications Networks.

The Manager: Information and Communication Technology serves as a commercial professional with technical acumen to support the Global Category of ICT including the sourcing and procurement of IT/OT products and services, through the management of the global contracts, ensuring to develop sound and robust strategies to support the company’s CIO strategy by driving supplier management negotiations at senior management levels, using cost models, market and product analyses, effective stakeholder management, change control, governance, and compliance. As well as implement cost reduction strategies and apply TCO principles.

Education & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Sciences (Electronic/ Computer Sciences/ Mechanical/ Chemical), Supply Chain, or tertiary education in a related field. MBA preferred.

General Knowledge & Experience

• Minimum 7-10 years’ business experience in supply chain management and demonstrated managerial proficiency.
• Experience in diverse workforce and cultures, cyclical growth within a dynamic mining environment.
• Depth of knowledge and understanding of the main areas of the digital technology industry, i.e.: Software, Hardware, Technology Services, and Telecommunication Networks.
• Contract Management & Negotiations – Advanced application is required.
• Strong analytical skills and data modelling - Advanced application is required.
• Critical and Strategic Thinking - Advanced application is required.
• Complex cost reviews and cost modelling– Advanced application is required.
• Project Appraisal (NPV / IRR / Payback Period) – Advanced application is required.
• Sourcing Process – Advanced application is required.
• Deep understanding of global procurement processes – Advanced application is required.
• Problem solving – Advanced application is required.
• Financial analysis, procurement systems, and data management tools – Advanced application is required.
• Category Management – Advance application is required.
• SAP Material Management and SAP Ariba – Intermediate application is required.
• Benchmarking – Advanced application is required.
• Cross-Functional Awareness – Advanced application is required.
• Project Management – Advanced application is required.
• Business Acumen – Advanced application is required.
• Financial and Accounting Principles – Intermediate application is required.
• Contract and Contractor Management – Advanced application is required.

Role Accountabilities

• Effective communication among business and technical teams in order to facilitate the delivery of the procurement program required by the annual ICT Commercial Cycle.
• Oversee the IT and OT specialist performance of market analysis, identify new suppliers, and negotiate contracts to optimise costs, quality, and delivery, while maintaining service levels, and timely delivery of projects.
• Interpret and derive insights of market quantitative and qualitative information to assess suppliers’ capabilities, TCO, and perform benchmarks, and provide recommendations to support of the decision making process.
• Establishing and maintaining internal customer relationships with key contract stakeholders to ensure effective management of sourcing activities, and contract management.
• Stay current with market trends and emerging technologies in the area of IT and OT.
• Oversee the managing of technical enquiries (price and non-price factors) and RFQ (price only factor), processes and develops, executes, and analyses the results in conformance to the departmental guidance.
• Evaluate and work with the category specialist to prepare material for negotiations to support the supplier engagements.
• In-depth understanding of existing contracts and stakeholder requirements.
• Development of specific sourcing strategies for the assigned industry, researching and writing commercial reports, planning and executing sourcing activities, identifying optimisation opportunities, and alternative sourcing.
• Execution of strategic sourcing activities for the ICT globally category across regions, including various suppliers.
• Driving supplier management strategies & negotiations at senior management levels.
• Management and execution of category specific value plan aligned to the company CIO’s vision.
• Model overall value based on security of supply, Total Cost of Ownership and end user requirements for major contracts.
• Use market analysis data to inform category strategies and manage suppliers to ensure sustainable delivery according to AGA demands.
• Ensure sufficient interface with key stakeholders when developing and communicating category strategies (Global/Regional/Site)
• Liaising closely with internal customer teams to ensure alignment with their strategies, management, and development of supplier relationships.
• Implementation of cost reduction and value realisation strategies.

Remuneration

As per the AGA salary scales.

Application Process

Interested candidates who meet the requirements are invited to submit their applications, including a detailed CV and a cover letter addressing suitability for the role. All academic and work-related achievements to be clearly highlighted. 

AngloGold Ashanti is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of gender, race, religion, nationality, or disability. Experience in the manufacturing or mining sectors desired.

Should you not hear from us within 30 days, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

AngloGold Ashanti Limited

Reg No: 1944/017354/06

Directors:  G Patterson     J Munanka     KV Naidoo     B Sangqu