Procurement Specialist - Indirect Services

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health benefits

Development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane offers a hybrid role as a Procurement Specialist focusing on indirect services. You will source, negotiate, and manage contracts across IT, facilities, professional services, and marketing, driving value and service quality.

The role requires strong vendor management, category knowledge for services, and the ability to collaborate with internal stakeholders to optimize spend and performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field is preferred.
• Proven experience in indirect services procurement.
• Excellent negotiation, contract and supplier relationship skills.
• Proficiency with procurement software and MS Office, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing initiatives for indirect services categories and develop RFPs/RFQs.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing and SLAs with suppliers of indirect services.
• Manage supplier relationships and conduct regular performance reviews.
• Analyze spend and identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand service needs and provide procurement support.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract management

Vendor management

MS Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related

Tools

Procurement software

MS Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a specialized Procurement Specialist focusing on indirect services, based in Polokwane with a hybrid work arrangement. You will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing contracts for a wide range of indirect spend categories, such as IT, facilities management, professional services, and marketing. This role demands strategic thinking, excellent vendor management skills, and a strong understanding of the services market to ensure the company receives the best value and service quality. You will play a key role in optimizing these crucial operational expenditures.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing initiatives for various indirect service categories, including defining requirements and developing RFPs/RFQs.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and service level agreements with suppliers of indirect services.
• Manage supplier relationships, monitor performance, and conduct regular business reviews.
• Analyze spend and identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and supplier consolidation.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, ethical guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their service needs and provide expert procurement support.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Procurement Specialist , with a focus on indirect services procurement.
• Strong understanding of category management for services such as IT, HR, legal, and facilities.
• Excellent negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship skills.
• Proficiency in procurement software and MS Office, particularly Excel.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and training in specialized procurement areas.
• A key role in optimizing essential business services.