Website Boxer Superstores
Boxer Superstores is a South African based, discount supermarket trading in the Southern African retail marketplace. Our ambition is to be Africas favourite discount supermarket. We trade across every province and in the Kingdom of eSwatini ensuring our shoppers benefit from our full service supe… read morermarket offerings. Boxer Head Office 41 The Boulevard, Westend Office Park, Westville, KwaZulu-Natal 3610, ZA
Purpose of the Role
To establish and lead a formal GNFR function that delivers end-to-end governance, sourcing, contracting, and value creation across all non-trade spend categories. The role is responsible for driving cost reduction, supplier performance, compliance, and standardised procurement processes while building a pipeline of high-impact commercial initiatives across the business.
Minimum Requirements
CA(SA), CIMA, BCom or equivalent tertiary qualification
Minimum 7 years’ experience within an FMCG environment
Proven experience in indirect spend transformation, including utilities, facilities, services, and Capex
Strong commercial, negotiation, and contracting capability
Experience implementing procurement processes, systems, and compliance controls
Strong governance and risk management mindset
Proven leadership experience managing cross-functional projects and teams
Advanced Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills
SAP experience advantageous
Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
Duties and Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities & Duties
Strategic Leadership & Governance
Define and implement the GNFR vision, operating model, and value roadmap
Establish procurement policies, governance frameworks, sourcing controls, and supplier standards
Drive PO compliance and reduce off-contract spend
Lead GNFR steering committees and track strategic initiatives
Procurement Operations & Process Optimisation
Design and implement end-to-end procurement workflows and controls
Improve procurement systems, supplier master governance, spend analytics, and contract repositories
Develop standardised procurement processes across stores, DCs, Finance, Property, and Operations
Strategic Sourcing & Commercial Value Creation
Lead sourcing events, negotiations, and commercial initiatives across key categories
Develop category strategies focused on total cost of ownership and long-term value creation
Build and present business cases, savings initiatives, and cost optimisation strategies
Drive continuous improvement and measurable savings delivery
Supplier & Contract Management
Establish supplier segmentation and performance management frameworks
Manage supplier SLAs, KPIs, compliance, and service reviews
Strengthen contracting disciplines, including risk clauses, warranties, rebates, and maintenance obligations
Ensure supplier onboarding and compliance with regulatory and company requirements
Stakeholder Management & Change Leadership
Partner closely with Operations, Property, IT, Finance, DCs, and Support Office teams
Drive adoption of preferred suppliers, catalogue buying, and procurement compliance
Build procurement capability through training, playbooks, and process standardisation
Team Leadership & Capability Building
Recruit, develop, and lead a high-performing GNFR team
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and measurable performance
Mentor and develop procurement capability within the broader business
Deadline:12th June,2026
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