Legal Advisor - Procurement & Supply Chain

Placements24; Riverton (UT); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Performance-related bonus

Medical aid and retirement fund

Generous annual leave

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Legal Advisor focusing on procurement and supply chain to guide the company through complex contracts, tender processes, and supplier negotiations. The role is based in Upington with a hybrid work model balancing office collaboration and remote work.

You will draft and review procurement agreements, manage supply chain risks, ensure compliance with South African procurement laws, and advise stakeholders across the business.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa with at least 5 years post-qualification experience.
• Experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts related to procurement and supply chain.
• Strong understanding of South African procurement legislation and regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on procurement, tender processes, contract awards, and supplier management.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements with suppliers, service providers, and logistics partners.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Communication

Risk management

Education

Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent player in its industry, is seeking an experienced Legal Advisor to focus on Procurement and Supply Chain matters. This role, based in Upington, Northern Cape, is critical for ensuring that the company's sourcing and supply chain operations are legally sound and strategically aligned. The successful candidate will be responsible for advising on procurement strategies, drafting and negotiating supplier contracts, managing supply chain risks, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. This position operates under a Hybrid work model, allowing for a balance between essential office-based collaboration in Upington and the flexibility of remote work. We are seeking a proactive and commercially-minded legal professional with expertise in procurement and supply chain law.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on all aspects of procurement, including tender processes, contract award, and supplier management.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements with suppliers, service providers, and logistics partners.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate legal and commercial risks within the supply chain.
• Ensure compliance with South African procurement laws, regulations, and industry best practices.
• Advise on contractual disputes and claims arising from procurement and supply chain activities.
• Develop and maintain standard procurement contract templates and playbooks.
• Liaise with internal procurement teams, operations, and other stakeholders to provide legal support.
• Conduct legal due diligence on potential key suppliers and partners.
• Stay informed about changes in supply chain regulations and legal trends.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa with a minimum of 5 years' post-qualification experience, preferably with a focus on commercial law, procurement, or supply chain law.
• Proven experience in drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts, particularly those related to procurement and supply chain.
• Strong understanding of South African procurement legislation and related regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to provide practical, business-oriented legal advice.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Comfortable working within a Hybrid work model, demonstrating adaptability and self-management.
• Experience in risk management related to supply chains is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Performance-related bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement in a specialized area.
• Exposure to critical procurement and supply chain operations within the Upington region.
• Flexible working arrangements offered through the Hybrid model.