Senior Construction Procurement & Supplier Relations Lead

RareCruit; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A procurement firm in Cape Town is seeking an experienced professional to manage supplier relationships and procurement processes. Candidates should have at least 3 years of procurement experience, preferably in construction, with a Matric and relevant diploma. Familiarity with Buildsmart is an advantage. The role involves negotiating prices, monitoring costs, and ensuring supplier compliance with standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in procurement, preferably in construction.
• Solid understanding of supplier management and procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier database and relationships, identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Negotiate pricing and ensure procurement stays within budget.
• Create, review, and approve purchase orders and RFQs accurately and on time.
• Monitor supplier deliverables and import processes, controlling costs.
• Ensure supplier compliance with BEE and SHEQ requirements.
• Evaluate quotations and select suppliers based on set criteria.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with teams, colleagues, and suppliers.
• Provide guidance to suppliers to meet company standards and requirements.

Education

Matric with relevant diploma

Tools

Buildsmart

Job description

A procurement firm in Cape Town is seeking an experienced professional to manage supplier relationships and procurement processes. Candidates should have at least 3 years of procurement experience, preferably in construction, with a Matric and relevant diploma. Familiarity with Buildsmart is an advantage. The role involves negotiating prices, monitoring costs, and ensuring supplier compliance with standards.