Specialist, Commercial

We are seeking a Supply Chain Specialist on an 12 month Fixed Term Contract .

NB - Externally to Anglo American this role could be titled Category Manager.

The role will be to deliver the Global Category management (Professional Services & Travel) and Sourcing and Contract execution in a commoditised and centrally managed manner; to ensure security of supply and optimise supplier performance and value in the allocated portfolio; and act as an interface between Supply Chain and the corporate office in a business partnering fashion.

This role will be based in our London Head Office. Anglo American currently operate a hybrid working agreement with 3 days a week required in the office. International travel may  be required.

Key role requirements:

• Implement the Supply Chain strategy and ensure that critical tasks performance targets plans and budgets are adhered to with due consideration of risk identification.
• Understand regional strategic priorities and develop relevant Category Sourcing & Contracting strategies to support business needs.
• Implement value creation and supplier engagement strategies that align to the overall global Supply Chain strategy critical tasks performance targets and Business Unit priorities.   
• Manage relationships with strategic suppliers to drive step change in value and deliver innovative solutions that position Anglo American as a partner of choice.
• Lead negotiations for global and regional contracts and drive a step change in commercial deals.
• Deliver planning and scheduling for global regional BU & corporate sourcing and contracts activities.
• Identify enable & track value and inclusive procurement opportunities commercial initiatives and specific resource requirements.
• Track and monitor progress against sourcing & contracts targets. 
• Provide input into the relevant budget and resource requirements.
• Drive collaboration with internal and external stakeholders and act as a single point of contact to resolve Supply Chain issues and escalations for businesses and operations.
• Embed Supplier Relationship Management within the businesses and operations to foster mutually beneficial relationships with suppliers.
• Educate stakeholders on relevant Supply Chain policies and standards and provide advisory and support service to the Business Unit technical stakeholders on the supplier/s and implementation of management strategies.
• Responsible for all Sourcing & Contracting activities across a sub-set of categories that include sourcing plans; compiling and executing of sourcing events; contracting and contract management (including administration); inclusive procurement plans and execution; supplier & contract performance management; commercial initiative definition and implementation.
• Develop and maintain relationships with existing suppliers and new partners within the supply market.
• Manage relationships with suppliers to drive step change in value and deliver innovative solutions.
• Investigate AI and digitization opportunities within SC businesses and suppliers and develop compelling business cases and collaborate with stakeholders for potential implementation.

Qualifications :

Required:

• Bachelor degree level or equivalent alternatively relevant tertiary qualification and proven track record of extensive practical experience in a role and context of similar complexity

Desirable:

• Post Graduate qualification.

Key Technical skills / knowledge requirements:

• 8 years experience across Category Leadership ideally within an international organisation.
• Good technical knowledge across the SC value chain
• Ability to integrate Commercial PSC Supplier Management & Purchasing sub disciplines
• Strong commercial and business case development
• Negotiation skills
• Supplier Relationship Management
• Critical and systems thinking capability.

Additional Information :

Who We Are
We aim to lead the industry by pursuing ever safer and more responsible ways of working demonstrating integrity and showing care and respect for people and the planet. That means we are constantly seeking new opportunities to mine and process our products sustainably using less water less energy and more precise extraction technologies. As the custodians of coal and other precious natural resources diamonds (through De Beers) copper platinum and other precious metals iron ore and nickel our extraordinary teams work safely and collaboratively with the utmost consideration for local communities our customers and the world at large.

What We Offer
When you join Anglo American you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this youll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership programmes we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too. Were a large successful multinational company and were still growing all the time.

How We Are Committed To Your Safety
Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a days work. To make that happen we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that were also continually investing in new technologies that are helping to make mining safer.

Inclusion and Diversity
We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Contract