Head of Procurement — Renewable Energy Leader

Smart4 Energy; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Smart4 Energy in South Africa is seeking an experienced Head of Procurement to lead and strengthen its procurement function in Gauteng. Reporting to the CFO, this senior role requires strategic sourcing, supplier management, governance and cost optimization.

You will mentor the procurement team, develop strategies, manage tenders and RFQs, and drive commercial value while ensuring compliance with company policies.

Qualifications

• Senior procurement leader with strategic sourcing and supplier management experience.
• Experience across tenders, RFQs and supplier negotiations.
• Proven ability to build and develop a procurement team.
• Extensive renewable energy or infrastructure sector exposure.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and develop the procurement team.
• Develop and implement effective procurement strategies.
• Manage sourcing activities, tenders, RFQs and supplier negotiations.
• Drive cost efficiencies and deliver commercial value.
• Manage and develop key supplier relationships.
• Ensure procurement activities align with policies and governance.
• Monitor compliance with delegated authority and procedures.
• Identify procurement risks and implement controls.

Skills

Procurement experience

Strategic sourcing

Supplier management

Team leadership

Education

MCIPS / CIPS

Postgraduate Diploma

MBA

Job description

Smart4 Energy in South Africa is seeking an experienced Head of Procurement to lead and strengthen its procurement function in Gauteng. Reporting to the CFO, this senior role requires strategic sourcing, supplier management, governance and cost optimization.

You will mentor the procurement team, develop strategies, manage tenders and RFQs, and drive commercial value while ensuring compliance with company policies.