Specialist: Category Management
Location:
Johannesburg, ZA, 2198#job-location.job-location-inline { display: inline; }
Post Start Date: 23 Jul 2026
Who We Are
AngloGold Ashanti is a global gold mining company with a diverse, high-quality portfolio of operations, projects and exploration activities across 10 countries on four continents. We pursue value-creating opportunities involving other minerals, where we can leverage our existing assets, shareholdings, skills and experience.At AngloGold Ashanti, we assure you of work that carries significance and creates tangible results. What we do goes beyond mining. We build livelihoods in communities, champion environmental stewardship, and strengthen local and national economies. Our leaders and teams are committed to listening to and supporting each other, valuing differences, and embracing equity. We are convinced that greatness only happens when we prioritize these behaviors and the well-being of every person.
Learn more about our Vision, purpose, values - AngloGold Ashanti
POSITION
Specialist, Category ManagementDEPARTMENT
Supply Chain
LOCATION
Johannesburg
EMPLOYMENT STATUS
Permanent
OBJECTIVE OF THE ROLE The incumbent will provide direct output support to the Specialist, Category Management through establishment and maintenance of effective category strategies and contracts. The categories shall be identified and agreed to deliver corporate strategy and lowest total cost.ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES
Accountable for behaviours consistent with AngloGold Ashanti's Mission, Vision and Values.Promotes a safety and health culture amongst employees
Contributes to Operational Excellence, delivering sustainable performance improvements through leadership, discipline and process
Ensure compliance with legal and compliance practices in its area of accountability
Develop & maintain effective working relationships with all site, regional and global teams
Monitor that all policies, procedures and directions issued by the relevant site management are complied with.
Accountable for the strategic sourcing of the assigned categories and the development of vendor and category summaries for use in developing vendor and category plans
Development and drafting of contracts and associated variations
Cost analysis and modelling, including Should cost and Total Cost of Ownership models and analysis (where applicable)
Implement the appropriate sourcing strategy, RFQ/RFP process and maintain up to date cost models for the assigned categories.
Develop supplier scorecards for monitoring and measuring performance
Supporting development and maintenance of contract review and audit processes.
Monthly savings report with the aim of demonstrating value improvements with year over year saving
Develop and maintain constructive relationships with colleagues, business partners, regulators, government, and other stakeholders, and utilising these relationships to successfully resolve issues.
Accountable to development partnerships with the Global Category Managers and Specialists to align on standard tools and procedures suited to both global and regionally managed categories
ROLE REQUIREMENTS
Education & QualificationBachelor’s qualification, preferably in Business, Commercial, Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Economics, Finance, or Accounting
Experience, Knowledge and Skills
Minimum 3 years’ business experience covering relevant category or experience in a commercial analytical role.
High level knowledge and experience in category and contracts management
High level knowledge and experience in sourcing and procurement practises
High level knowledge and experience in influencing and negotiating
High level understanding of Incoterms and import process
High level spend and financial analysis capability
High level understanding mining industry activities
Experience and knowledge of SAP and ARIBA
Strong understanding of commercial matters, contractual agreements, and business environment
Leadership and presentation skills
Ability to communicate in English - written and oralHigh level project management skills
Proficient in the use of Microsoft office suite software including Excel, Word and PowerPoint; MS Project
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to understand and draft Scopes of Work
BENEFITS SUMMARY
AngloGold Ashanti offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, financial security, and overall well-being.Medical insurance, employee assistance programmes, and wellbeing initiatives.
Company-supported pension or provident fund contributions.<
