Global Procurement & Sourcing Specialist

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Johannesburg seeks a procurement professional to administer purchasing activities within an assigned area. You will negotiate and document contracts and strive to obtain goods and services at best value.

You will build supplier relationships, provide specialized support to requesters, and coordinate travel as required, with travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Qualifications

• Must have an active membership status (as indicated in the listing).
• Degree or equivalent qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 4–6 years of procurement, purchasing, or supply chain experience.
• Strong understanding and practical application of purchasing and procurement principles.
• Experience in sourcing, supplier management, and procurement administration.
• Proven ability to negotiate effectively and manage supplier relationships.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or PeopleSoft.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Experience maintaining supplier records and online procurement catalogues.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required.

Responsibilities

• Administer all purchasing activities within an assigned area.
• Negotiate and document assigned contracts, obtaining goods and services at best value.
• Foster relations and provide technical and specialized support to requesters.

Skills

Procurement principles

Sourcing

Supplier management

Negotiation

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Active membership status

Education

Degree or equivalent in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

PeopleSoft

Job description

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Johannesburg seeks a procurement professional to administer purchasing activities within an assigned area. You will negotiate and document contracts and strive to obtain goods and services at best value.

You will build supplier relationships, provide specialized support to requesters, and coordinate travel as required, with travel domestically and internationally as needed.