Head, Procurement

Company Description

Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.

Job Description

To advise and drive contracting within procurement from a commercial legal perspective for products and services procured from third parties. Operationalise and align the contracting lifecycle optimisation strategy for the legal entity. To work with external and internal stakeholders to identify and execute strategic procurement solutions through the contracting process, in accordance with the legal entity mandate and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

Type of Qualification: First Degree. Master's Degree preferable.

Field of Study: Supply Chain. Commercial/ Business Acumen.

Certification: Member of Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply.

Experience Required

Procurement

12+ years in senior management role

Proven experience in the provision of guidance and insight pertaining to the drafting, vetting, review, dissemination and/or negotiation of legal documentation and processes of a complex nature. Identification and mitigation of legal risks. At least 5 years' experience dealing with commercial/procurement agreements. At least 6 years' people management experience and/or deep technical skill in a industry (i.e. technology contracting).

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:
• Articulating Information
• Developing Strategies
• Directing People
• Documenting Facts
• Empowering Individuals
• Establishing Rapport
• Interacting with People
• Managing Tasks
• Providing Insights
• Showing Composure
• Team Working
• Upholding Standards

Technical Competencies:
• Dispute Resolution
• Financial Industry Regulatory Framework
• Legal Advisory & Interpretation
• Legal Compliance
• Legal Drafting
• Legal Knowledge
• Legal Negotiation
• Legal Research
• Policy Development
• Risk Awareness
• Strategy Definition