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Category Manager

Category Manager

TWK AgriZA
21 days ago
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Job title : Category Manager

Job Location : Mpumalanga,

Deadline : September 30, 2025

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Job Description

  • TWK Agri has the following vacancy available : Category Manager within the Trade division at Piet Retief, Mpumalanga.
  • Job Summary

  • This role involves leading the procurement and category strategies for a defined portfolio of goods and services, ensuring availability, cost efficiency, and supplier performance across TWK Agri’s operations.
  • The Category Manager will be responsible for developing category strategies, negotiating with key suppliers, optimising stock management, and driving value creation to support sustainable business growth and profitability.
  • Responsibilities and Duties

  • Develop and execute category strategies aligned with company objectives and market conditions
  • Optimise inventory levels by overseeing category planning and stock management across multiple business units
  • Source, evaluate and negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive pricing, favourable terms and long-term value
  • Analyse spend, sales data and market trends to inform procurement strategies and demand forecasting
  • Build and maintain strong supplier partnerships while managing performance and ensuring compliance with contracts
  • Lead supplier segmentation and risk management initiatives to secure supply continuity
  • Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements and efficiency within the procurement function
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Operations and Retail to align category goals with business needs
  • Ensure procurement practices comply with company policies, governance requirements and regulatory standards
  • Prepare and present category, procurement and performance reports for strategic decision-making
  • Qualifications and Skills

  • Matric / Grade 12
  • Relevant tertiary qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain or related field (advantageous)
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in procurement or category management
  • Proven experience in stock management and supplier negotiations
  • Strong analytical and reporting skills with attention to detail
  • Excellent negotiation, planning and organisational ability
  • Proficiency in MS Office suite (ERP knowledge advantageous)
  • Bilingual (Afrikaans & English)
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
  • Valid driver’s licence (Code 08)
  • Willing to travel
  • Closing Date 17 September 2025

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