CAPEX Project Procurement Specialist

Surgo PTY; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks a CAPEX Project Procurement Specialist to manage strategic group purchasing contracts. Key responsibilities include liaising with stakeholders, conducting market research, and overseeing supplier relationships. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Commerce, a minimum of 5 years in corporate procurement, and proficiency in Microsoft Office 365. This full-time role is on-site at UKZN University in Durban, offering a competitive salary between R40,000 and R50,000 per month.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in a corporate procurement environment.
• Proven knowledge of e-Procurement systems.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with stakeholders to identify new purchasing opportunities.
• Conduct market research to deliver best-value contracts.
• Manage tender processes and evaluations.
• Oversee supplier relationships and performance tracking.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies.

Skills

Purchasing

Procurement

Negotiation

Supplier Management

Supply Chain Experience

Contract Management

HR Sourcing

e-Procurement systems knowledge

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Commerce Business Management or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

SAP

Job description

CAPEX Project Procurement Specialist

Location: On-site at UKZN University Durban

Contract: 6-month fixed term (possibility of extension)

Salary: R40 000 - R50 000 per month

About the Role

Our client is seeking experienced CAPEX Project Procurement Specialists to play a key role in managing strategic group purchasing contracts across member institutions. You will liaise with stakeholders, lead tender processes and develop procurement strategies that ensure cost savings, compliance and service excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Liaise with stakeholders at member institutions to identify new group purchasing opportunities.
• Conduct market research and develop procurement strategies to deliver best-value contracts.
• Manage tender processes, evaluations and contract awards for new and renewed contracts.
• Oversee supplier relationships, performance tracking and cost optimisation.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures and standards.
• Drive the e-tender and catalogue systems ensuring effectiveness and ongoing improvement.
• Build strong ethical relationships with member institutions and suppliers.
• Promote the organisation’s procurement services and facilitate stakeholder forums.
• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives through economies of scale.
• Manage and support junior staff and act in relief positions when required.
• Provide accurate, timely reports to the CEO and relevant committees.
• Ensure all tender outcomes are legally defensible.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• Bachelor's Degree in Commerce Business Management or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in a corporate procurement environment.
• Proven knowledge of e-Procurement systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (advanced level).
• Strong interpersonal, analytical and negotiation skills.

Working Hours

Monday to Friday 08:00 – 17:00

How to Apply

Please apply directly via this job board.

Surgo (Pty) Ltd is an Employment Equity (EE) committed employer and encourages applications from candidates with disabilities and diverse backgrounds.

Due to the high volume of applications only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within three months please consider your application unsuccessful. Your CV will remain on our database for future opportunities unless you request otherwise.

Key Skills

• Purchasing
• Sourcing
• Procurement
• Employee Evaluation
• HR Sourcing
• SAP
• Supply Chain Experience
• Federal Aviation Regulations
• Contract Management
• Supplier Management
• Negotiation
• Contracts

Employment Type

Full-Time

Experience

Years required

Vacancy

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