Senior Contracts & Procurement Strategist

Isilumko Staffing; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 725,000 - 1,004,000; Full time

Job summary

Isilumko Staffing seeks an experienced Contracts & Procurement Specialist to lead and execute complex contracting activities across a portfolio of contracts in Sandton. You will handle negotiations, administration, performance monitoring and risk management to ensure value realisation throughout the lifecycle.

The role requires 11+ years in contracts/procurement, strong negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills, and a robust understanding of governance and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; professional certification not required.
• 11+ years of experience in contracts, procurement or complex contract management.
• Strong experience in contract negotiation, administration and supplier management.
• Solid commercial and analytical capabilities.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
• Good understanding of contractual risk, compliance and governance.
• Strong report writing, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work strategically while managing complex contractual matters.

Responsibilities

• Translate procurement requirements into effective contract terms and conditions.
• Lead contract establishment, negotiations, administration and management.
• Ensure contracts remain compliant with changing business and regulatory requirements.
• Identify, assess and manage contractual risks, issues and potential breaches.
• Monitor contract performance against commercial objectives and supplier commitments.
• Prepare, negotiate and amend contracts in line with company policies and legal requirements.
• Maximise on-contract spend and identify opportunities to reduce contract management costs.
• Communicate new and amended contracts to relevant stakeholders.
• Prepare weekly reports covering contract status, productivity, compliance and amendments.
• Resolve complex queries relating to contract terms, conditions and processes.
• Maintain accurate contract databases and registers.
• Monitor and address supplier performance issues.
• Ensure end users understand and comply with contractual terms and conditions.
• Conduct compliance audits and assessments where required.
• Prepare audit reports and escalation of identified risks and triggers appropriately.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Apply effective SHE and risk management practices.
• Drive continuous improvement and personal development.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field

11+ years of relevant experience

Contract negotiation

Administration

Supplier management

Commercial and analytical capabilities

Stakeholder engagement

Governance & risk understanding

Report writing & communication

Strategic thinking with complex matters

Job description

Isilumko Staffing seeks an experienced Contracts & Procurement Specialist to lead and execute complex contracting activities across a portfolio of contracts in Sandton. You will handle negotiations, administration, performance monitoring and risk management to ensure value realisation throughout the lifecycle.

The role requires 11+ years in contracts/procurement, strong negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills, and a robust understanding of governance and compliance.