Procurement Specialist - IT & Software

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Professional development

Hybrid work arrangement

Exposure to cutting-edge IT procure

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit is seeking a Procurement Specialist focused on IT to source and manage hardware, software licenses, cloud services, and IT support, aligning with the IT department to meet business needs. They will lead procurement processes, negotiate contracts and SLAs, and ensure license compliance, cost-efficiency, and strategic supplier relationships.

Hybrid work option available. Requirements include IT procurement experience, knowledge of licensing models, cloud services, strong

Qualifications

• Experience in IT procurement or sourcing technology solutions.
• Strong knowledge of IT hardware, software licensing, and cloud services.
• Excellent negotiation and contract management skills; liaison with tech teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement for IT hardware, software, cloud services, and related tech.
• Develop and maintain relationships with technology vendors and service providers.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and SLAs for IT procurements.
• Collaborate with IT to define specifications and requirements.
• Manage software license compliance and asset utilization.
• Analyze IT market trends to identify new solutions and savings.

Skills

IT procurement

Negotiation

Contract management

Stakeholder liaison

IT asset management

Procurement software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or Business

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a specialized Procurement Specialist with a focus on IT and software procurement to join their dynamic team in Nelspruit. This role is essential for sourcing and managing technology-related goods and services, including hardware, software licenses, cloud services, and IT support. You will work closely with the IT department and other business units to understand their technological needs and ensure procurement processes are efficient, cost-effective, and compliant. This position offers a unique blend of procurement expertise and IT understanding, supporting innovation and technological advancement in a hybrid work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the procurement process for IT hardware, software, cloud services, and related technology solutions.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key technology vendors and service providers.
• Negotiate favorable contract terms, pricing, and Service Level Agreements (SLAs) for IT procurements.
• Collaborate closely with the IT department to define technical specifications and requirements.
• Manage software license compliance and ensure optimal utilization of technology investments.
• Analyze market trends in the IT sector to identify new solutions and cost-saving opportunities.

Requirements

• Proven experience in IT procurement or sourcing technology solutions.
• Strong understanding of IT hardware, software licensing models, and cloud computing services.
• Excellent negotiation and contract management skills, particularly for technology contracts.
• Ability to liaise effectively between technical teams and business stakeholders.
• Proficiency in procurement software and knowledge of IT asset management principles.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional development in IT procurement and technology trends.
• A flexible hybrid work arrangement to balance office and remote work.
• Exposure to cutting-edge technology procurement in the Nelspruit region.