SATIC Procurement Manager, Johannesburg

About the role Are you ready to make a tangible impact with our clients across a range of industries, including Private Sector, Financial Services, and Public Sector organisations? Join our well-established and rapidly expanding team within SATIC Supply Chain and Procurement practice, where we specialise in delivering transformative commercial and procurement solutions for our clients.

This role is cross-sector, offering the opportunity to work across multiple industries and client contexts, supporting organisations to drive innovation, value, and operational excellence.

In this pivotal role, you will leverage your deep expertise in Procurement, Operations Improvement, Cost Reduction and Digital Transformation to deliver strategic insights and lead complex projects. Your work will drive measurable improvements in performance and cost, while enabling clients to accelerate their digital innovation and procurement transformation agendas.

Requirements Qualifications / Certifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent/relevant experience

Experience

5+ years’ experience in procurement, cost reduction, operations improvement, and/or digital transformation, with a proven track record of delivering outcomes across complex, high-value, or non-standard categories and projects.

Experience delivering successful projects in a consulting, professional services, or industry environment.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop data-driven insights and recommendations.

Strong commercial and negotiation skills, with a proven track record of delivering measurable value (e.g. cost reduction, cost avoidance, or service improvement).

Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

Proficiency in relevant procurement and digital tools (e.g. ERP systems, data analytics platforms, and source-to-pay solutions).

Key Responsibilities Deliver procurement projects aligned to best practice

Developing and successfully executing category strategies across indirect and direct categories in diverse industry contexts across the end-to-end procurement lifecycle; including category planning, opportunity assessment, negotiation, supplier management and contract management.

Leading the design and implementation of Delivery Model Assessments Procurement Strategies, often in complex, high value or novel categories.

Deliver procurement transformation and Operations Improvements projects

The design and implementation of procurement operating models, processes, systems and tools.

Analyse current operational practices and identify areas for improvement to streamline processes and increase efficiency. Develop and implement operational strategies that align with client goals and industry standards.

Lead change management efforts to ensure successful adoption of new processes and technologies.

Digital Transformation Guide clients through the digital transformation journey, from strategy development to implementation. Identify opportunities for digital innovation, including automation, data analytics, and advanced technologies.

Develop and execute digital strategies that enhance operational capabilities and drive competitive advantage.

Cost Reduction Conduct thorough cost analyses to identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiencies within the supply chain. Develop and implement cost management strategies that align with client objectives and industry best practices. Provide expertise in cost estimation, cost control, and cost reduction initiatives.

Client Engagement&Leadership Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, acting as a trusted advisor. Lead project teams, manage project timelines, and ensure deliverables meet client expectations and quality standards. Provide mentorship and guidance to junior consultants, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.

Join us and become part of a team that's not just consulting but transforming our clients’ industries. Your role will drive significant value, foster groundbreaking innovation, and make a lasting impact. Elevate your career with PwC and be a catalyst for real-world changes.

The successful candidates will be required to work the standard office hours of the UK office. During the training period, attendance in the office will be required on a daily basis. Following the completion of training, candidates will transition to a hybrid working model. Please note that PwC SATIC is currently refining its hybrid working approach, and this remains subject to change in line with business, client, and team requirements.

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