Local Procurement & Supplier Partnerships Specialist (Hybrid)

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Comprehensive medical aid coverage

Generous annual leave

Professional development and training

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a proactive Procurement Specialist in Polokwane, Limpopo, to develop and manage relationships with local suppliers. You will vet, onboard and negotiate terms to build a robust, cost-effective supply chain for diverse goods and services.

Join a growing team focused on local supplier development, value creation through strategic sourcing, and collaboration across departments in a hybrid work model offering flexibility between office and remote work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field.
• 3-5 years in procurement or supplier management.
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building abilities.
• Experience with procurement software and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new local suppliers in the Limpopo region.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with a diverse base of local suppliers.
• Negotiate pricing, contract terms, and service level agreements with suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with quality, delivery, and ethical standards.
• Conduct market research to identify sourcing opportunities and potential cost savings.
• Process purchase requisitions and manage the creation of purchase orders.
• Ensure timely delivery of goods and services procured from local vendors.
• Collaborate with internal departments to understand their procurement needs and provide effective solutions.
• Maintain accurate supplier records and procurement documentation.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement process, focusing on local sourcing benefits.

Skills

Supplier management

Negotiation

Contract negotiation

Communication

Analytical skills

MS Office

Procurement software

Vendor onboarding

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM

Job description

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a proactive Procurement Specialist in Polokwane, Limpopo, to develop and manage relationships with local suppliers. You will vet, onboard and negotiate terms to build a robust, cost-effective supply chain for diverse goods and services.

Join a growing team focused on local supplier development, value creation through strategic sourcing, and collaboration across departments in a hybrid work model offering flexibility between office and remote work.