Procurement Officer - IT Hardware and Software

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid & retirement fund

Professional development & trainings

Remote collaboration culture

Access to cutting-edge technology

Well-being support

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Procurement Officer to source IT hardware and software, manage vendor relationships, and ensure cost-effective procurement for a primarily remote role with onboarding in Centurion, Gauteng.

The ideal candidate will have 4+ years of IT procurement experience, strong negotiation, licensing knowledge, and familiarity with the SA market; you will collaborate with IT and finance to align with budgets and SLAs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in IT procurement, with a focus on hardware and software sourcing.
• Proven ability to negotiate complex IT contracts and vendor agreements.
• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure components, software licensing models, and cloud services.
• Excellent analytical skills and proficiency in financial analysis related to IT investments.
• Experience with IT asset management and procurement systems.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with technical teams and vendors.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a remote setting.
• Familiarity with the South African IT market and vendor landscape is essential.
• Certification in IT procurement or a related field is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure a wide range of IT hardware (servers, laptops, networking equipment) and software licenses.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new IT vendors and technology partners.
• Negotiate favorable pricing, terms, and conditions for IT purchases and service agreements.
• Manage existing vendor relationships, ensuring service level agreements (SLAs) are met.
• Conduct market research on IT trends, new technologies, and pricing structures.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive inventory of IT assets and software licenses.
• Ensure compliance with IT procurement policies, security standards, and licensing regulations.
• Collaborate with IT and finance departments to align procurement activities with budget and project requirements.
• Prepare procurement reports, including spending analysis, vendor performance, and cost-saving recommendations.
• Manage the end-to-end procurement process from requisition to delivery and payment.

Skills

Negotiation

Vendor management

IT procurement

IT asset management

Financial analysis

Communication

Remote work

Sourcing hardware/software

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT / CS / Business

Tools

Procurement systems

IT asset management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding technology solutions provider, is seeking a skilled Procurement Officer with specialized experience in IT hardware and software to join their team. This role will be primarily remote, offering flexibility and the opportunity to work from anywhere within South Africa, though an initial onboarding period in Centurion, Gauteng , may be required. The Procurement Officer will be responsible for sourcing, procuring, and managing all IT-related assets, ensuring competitive pricing, and maintaining optimal vendor relationships. This is a critical role in supporting the company's technological infrastructure and growth. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical acumen coupled with excellent negotiation and contract management skills. We are looking for an individual who can navigate the complexities of the IT procurement landscape effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and procure a wide range of IT hardware (servers, laptops, networking equipment) and software licenses.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new IT vendors and technology partners.
• Negotiate favorable pricing, terms, and conditions for IT purchases and service agreements.
• Manage existing vendor relationships, ensuring service level agreements (SLAs) are met.
• Conduct market research on IT trends, new technologies, and pricing structures.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive inventory of IT assets and software licenses.
• Ensure compliance with IT procurement policies, security standards, and licensing regulations.
• Collaborate with IT and finance departments to align procurement activities with budget and project requirements.
• Prepare procurement reports, including spending analysis, vendor performance, and cost-saving recommendations.
• Manage the end-to-end procurement process from requisition to delivery and payment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in IT procurement, with a focus on hardware and software sourcing.
• Proven ability to negotiate complex IT contracts and vendor agreements.
• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure components, software licensing models, and cloud services.
• Excellent analytical skills and proficiency in financial analysis related to IT investments.
• Experience with IT asset management and procurement systems.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with technical teams and vendors.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a remote setting.
• Familiarity with the South African IT market and vendor landscape is essential.
• Certification in IT procurement or a related field is a plus.

Benefits

• A competitive salary is offered, along with performance-based incentives.
• Employees receive comprehensive medical aid, a retirement fund, and generous leave provisions.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development, including industry certifications and training, are provided.
• Our client fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration, even in a remote setup, with regular virtual team-building activities.
• Access to cutting-edge technology and tools is standard.
• This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking company from anywhere in South Africa , with support for professional growth and well-being.