Specialist Complex Contracting

Sasol Sasolburg, Free State, South Africa

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Sasol is a global integrated chemicals and energy company with a 75-year heritage. Through our talented people, we use our expertise and selected technologies to safely and sustainably source, manufacture and market chemical and energy products globally. When you join Team Sasol, you are joining a company that puts people at the center of everything we do. Sasol invests in its employees along every stage of the career path and offers development opportunities to help you cultivate your career in a culture that embraces diversity and inclusion.

Job Req ID : 10228

Closing Date : 3 November 2025

Location : Sasolburg & Natref Operations, Sasolburg

Purpose of Job

Manage all relevant utility and effluent supply / return contracts from Sasolburg Operations to 3rd parties, including landlord services. Key interface between Sasolburg Operations and Sasol Mining in terms of coal supply contracts and management thereof. Partake in strategic initiatives related to coal supply and future requirements. Translate once-off complex procurement requirements into contract terms and conditions to realise the identified benefits. To lead and execute all aspects related to the establishment and management of contracts for a portfolio of contracts in the complex contracting category, including contract negotiations. To ensure that existing contracts remain valid with respect to changes in Sasol's internal and external environment. To pre-empt / identify, evaluate and advise on and manage all potential contractual problems, issues and risks within the applicable contracting portfolio. To embed contracts and monitor performance to ensure benefits realisation.

Key Accountabilities

• Enable once-off complex contracting benefits / value release through the delivery of a watertight and cost effective contracting capability
• Contract performance against expected Category opportunities
• Minimised number of contractual breaches for which Sasol is financially liable or which would negatively affect Sasol's reputation
• Reduction in contract management costs
• Prepare, negotiate and administer all contracts within a portfolio in accordance with Sasol's policies and legal requirements SOX compliance 100%
• 100% legal and Supply Chain policy compliance
• Implement effective methods to maximise 'on-contract' spend within the complex contracting portfolio 100% on time contract availability
• New / amended contracts communicated in a timely and appropriate manner to all relevant stakeholders
• Respond to complex inquiries regarding contract terms and conditions, and contract processing requirements and guidelines
• Response as per agreed SLA (Service Level Agreement)
• Ensure that robust contract management and review processes and procedures are in place to manage and mitigate risk in the organisation
• Ensure end users are trained in and honour the contract terms and conditions as stipulated in the agreement
• Monitor and address contract performance issues
• Contracts database / register is maintained

Formal Education

Relevant B.Degree in Engineering or Commerce or equivalent. MBA or Commercial Law qualification is a wish.

Work Experience

At least eight (8) years experience in an Operations environment dealing with interfaces between parties.

Required Personal And Professional Skills

Sasol is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Inspired by our Purpose of “Innovating for a better world”, Sasol acknowledges that diversity is intrinsic to the fabric of our organisation and is the key to our growth and success. Sasol is committed to the full inclusion of all suitably qualified individuals. Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups and people with disabilities according to Sasol’s Employment Equity Plan. This includes reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

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