About the Role
Our client, a leading infrastructure development company, is seeking a highly skilled Procurement Manager to oversee the acquisition of capital equipment in Pretoria, Gauteng. This senior role is critical for ensuring that the company procures high-value machinery and equipment under the best possible terms and conditions, supporting major project timelines and budgets. The position involves extensive stakeholder engagement, complex contract negotiation, and strategic vendor management, with a focus on optimizing total cost of ownership. This role operates on a Hybrid model, blending essential on-site strategic work with the flexibility of remote operations. We are looking for an experienced professional with a strong track record in procuring significant capital assets within a project-driven environment. This is an exciting opportunity to influence major investment decisions and contribute to the successful delivery of large-scale projects in Pretoria, Gauteng.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute procurement strategies for capital equipment, aligning with project requirements and company objectives.
- Lead the end-to-end sourcing process for high-value capital equipment, including market analysis, RFx development, and supplier selection.
- Conduct rigorous negotiations on pricing, terms, warranties, and service level agreements for capital asset acquisitions.
- Manage relationships with key capital equipment suppliers, fostering long-term partnerships and performance management.
- Collaborate with engineering, project management, and finance teams to define technical specifications and financial requirements.
- Oversee the contract lifecycle for capital equipment, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation.
- Analyze total cost of ownership (TCO) and identify opportunities for value engineering and cost savings.
- Ensure timely delivery and installation of capital equipment to meet project milestones.
- Prepare comprehensive procurement reports and present findings and recommendations to senior management.
- Stay abreast of industry trends, technological advancements, and market dynamics affecting capital equipment procurement in Pretoria, Gauteng.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- A Master's degree or relevant professional certification is advantageous.
- Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in procurement, specifically focused on capital equipment or large project sourcing.
- Demonstrated expertise in negotiating complex, high-value contracts and managing supplier relationships in the capital goods sector.
- Strong understanding of TCO analysis, lifecycle costing, and value engineering principles.
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively with technical and project-based teams.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Proficiency in procurement software and project management tools.
- Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a Hybrid environment, balancing office and remote responsibilities.
- Familiarity with legal and contractual aspects of capital equipment procurement in Pretoria, Gauteng.
Benefits
- Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
- Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
- Opportunities for professional development and exposure to major infrastructure projects.
- Flexible Hybrid working arrangements.
- Dynamic and challenging work environment in Pretoria, Gauteng.
- Company-provided tools and resources.
- Generous annual leave allowance.