Procurement Officer

Network International; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced IT Procurement Category Manager to manage complex procurement projects and drive substantial savings through strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional skills in operational procurement, supplier management, and negotiating strategies while ensuring adherence to governance and procurement policies.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of experience in a procurement role.
• Experience in the financial services sector or IT sector.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement process of indirect procurement categories.
• Generate cost savings and value-add through proactive management of procurement activities.
• Participate in annual budgets and forecasting processes for cost optimization.

Skills

Operational procurement

Strategic sourcing

Supplier relationship management

Spend analysis

Negotiation skills

Relationship management

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

MCIPS qualified or working towards certification

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

Job Description

Seeking a dynamic and experienced IT Procurement Category Manager with a proven track record in managing large, complex projects within multinational corporations. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management skills, a history of generating substantial savings through strategic procurement initiatives, and expertise in navigating global operations. This role requires the ability to collaborate across diverse teams, adapt to different business environments, and drive cost-effective procurement strategies on a global scale. If you're a results-oriented professional with a focus on optimizing processes and achieving financial efficiencies, we invite you to apply and contribute to our organization's success in the field of IT procurement.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement process of indirect procurement categories including technology, operations, marketing, processing, acquiring, and general services, from requisition to delivery, including supporting payment processing through the accounts payable team.
• Generate cost savings and value-add through proactive management of procurement activities, working closely with stakeholders and suppliers.
• Support standardization and sharing of best practices across group entities.
• Identify and deliver procurement savings through strategic initiatives, optimization, negotiations, and identifying alternative suppliers.
• Category management experience.
• Supplier management – performance evaluation and management; supporting supplier risk management.
• Manage supplier due diligence, including financial due diligence and the onboarding process.
• Drive improvement in procurement processes across the group through standardization, supplier catalogues, preferred suppliers, and automation, aiming to reduce processing times without compromising internal controls.
• Ensure governance with group policies and delegation of authority.
• Participate in annual budgets and forecasting processes for cost optimization.
• Input into procurement tracker and reporting of KPIs, including processing times and procurement savings.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree with 3-4 years of experience in a procurement role.
• MCIPS qualified or working towards certification.

Skills Required to Perform the Job Successfully:

• Significant experience in operational procurement and strategic sourcing.
• Supplier relationship management experience is a plus.
• Experience in spend analysis and driving optimization initiatives.
• Excellent working knowledge of Oracle ERP, especially in procure-to-pay processes.
• Experience in the financial services sector or IT sector.
• Strong negotiation and relationship management skills.

Generic Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strategic and analytical thinking.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Business acumen.
• Detail-oriented and organized with strong planning and prioritization abilities.
• High energy levels and self-motivation.
• Integrity and confidentiality.
• Relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Excellent Excel and PowerPoint presentation skills.