Procurement Officer - Indirect Spend

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Generous leave

Hybrid work

Training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Procurement Officer focused on indirect spend to support operations in Polokwane. The role involves strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management to achieve cost savings and efficiencies.

The position offers a hybrid work model balancing office collaboration with remote flexibility. The candidate will manage procurement for indirect categories, develop sourcing strategies, and monitor supplier performance while ensuring

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years procurement experience, with indirect spend focus.
• Strong negotiation skills; proven ability to manage supplier contracts.
• Excellent analytical skills and proficiency in procurement software.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work model.

Responsibilities

• Manage the procurement process for indirect categories, including services and operational supplies.
• Develop sourcing strategies, conduct RFPs/RFQs, and negotiate contracts with suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance and manage relationships to ensure SLAs are met.
• Analyze spending patterns within indirect categories to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand needs and align procurement activities.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Communication

Stakeholder mgmt

Education

Bachelor’s degree in SCM/Business

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Procurement Officer with a focus on indirect spend to join their team, supporting operations in Polokwane . This role is essential for managing the procurement of non-production related goods and services, such as IT, marketing, and facilities management. You will be responsible for strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management to achieve cost savings and operational efficiencies. This hybrid role offers the chance to work on diverse procurement challenges in the vibrant city of Polokwane , balancing office collaboration with remote flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the procurement process for indirect categories, including services and operational supplies.
• Develop sourcing strategies, conduct RFPs/RFQs, and negotiate contracts with suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance and manage relationships to ensure service level agreements are met.
• Analyze spending patterns within indirect categories to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their needs and align procurement activities.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of procurement experience, with specific experience in indirect spend.
• Strong negotiation skills and a proven ability to manage supplier contracts effectively.
• Excellent analytical skills and proficiency in procurement software.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work model.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Generous annual leave and flexible holiday arrangements.
• Hybrid work model providing work-life balance.
• Professional development and training opportunities in Polokwane .