
Project Manager – Supply Chain Systems
GOLD FIELDS
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Johannesburg • South Africa
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About the role
- Lead implementation and roll-out of SAP Ariba and support implementation of SAP S/4HANA and related platforms.
- Coordinate system integration activities between ERP, procurement, logistics, finance, maintenance and reporting systems
- Support Senior Manager Supply Chain Excellence in the set-up of governance for SAP Ariba implementation project
- Implement digital solutions (automation, analytics, AI tools) aligned to Supply Chain Excellence priorities
- Lead change management for the systems implementation, including user readiness, communication and training logistics
- Manage plans, timelines and risks across systems-related projects, and maintain documentation, status reporting and input to governance structures
- Coordinate with vendors, functional specialists and stakeholders for effective delivery and assist with vendor master updates and data compliance activities
- Optimise supply chain master data creation, maintenance and data standards including data quality metrics, catalogue management and compliance to vendor master standards
- Support alignment with Supply Chain frameworks, policies and compliance requirements
- Assist with deployment of new standards, templates and training
- Identify opportunities for simplification, automation and improved system reliability
- Partner with global and regional Supply Chain teams, ICT and external providers and support capability building related to systems, data and digital tools
- Model collaborative and values-driven behaviour.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Supply Chain or equivalent
- Minimum 5+ years of experience in systems, integrations or digital projects
- Project Management certification (PMP/PRINCE2/Agile) advantageous
- Experience with SAP/S4 Hana, SAP Ariba and related platforms
- Strong proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP and familiarity with Supply Chain systems, e.g. SAP Ariba
- Experience in functional transformation, ERP systems deployments or integration projects and audit/SOX experience
- Strong analytical, documentation and project coordination skills
- Adapt approach and demeanour in real time to match the shifting demands of different situation
- Gain the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Retirement plans
- Paid time off
- Professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
SAP AribaSAP S/4HANAERP systemsdigital solutionsautomationanalyticsAI toolsdata compliancedata quality metricsfunctional transformation
Soft Skills
change managementproject coordinationanalytical skillscommunicationcollaborative behaviouradaptabilityintegritytrust-building
Certifications
Bachelor’s degreeProject Management certificationPMPPRINCE2Agile