Senior Procurement Specialist

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary bonus

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist to lead strategic sourcing and supplier negotiations. You will drive cost-saving initiatives, manage key supplier relationships, and ensure compliance with procurement policies while aligning with business goals.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 5+ years of procurement experience, with strong leadership and data-analysis skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in procurement, with a strong emphasis on strategic sourcing and contract management.
• Demonstrated success in negotiating complex contracts and achieving significant cost savings.
• Expertise in procurement software and data analysis tools.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex sourcing projects, including market analysis, supplier selection, and contract negotiation for strategic categories.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies to optimize spend and achieve departmental objectives.
• Manage and mentor junior members of the procurement team.
• Monitor supplier performance and implement strategies to enhance value and mitigate risks.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant procurement policies, procedures, and ethical standards.
• Collaborate with finance and operational departments to align procurement activities with business goals.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Contract management

Negotiation

Data analysis

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Project management

Procurement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

Procurement software

Data analysis tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Procurement Specialist to join their established purchasing department in Bloemfontein . This role demands a strategic thinker with proven negotiation skills and a deep understanding of procurement processes, responsible for managing key supplier relationships and driving cost-saving initiatives. You will play a critical role in sourcing high-value goods and services, ensuring compliance with policies, and contributing to the overall efficiency of the supply chain. The position requires a proactive approach to identifying opportunities for improvement and fostering collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders in Bloemfontein .

Key Responsibilities

• Lead complex sourcing projects, including market analysis, supplier selection, and contract negotiation for strategic categories.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies to optimize spend and achieve departmental objectives.
• Manage and mentor junior members of the procurement team.
• Monitor supplier performance and implement strategies to enhance value and mitigate risks.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant procurement policies, procedures, and ethical standards.
• Collaborate with finance and operational departments to align procurement activities with business goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in procurement, with a strong emphasis on strategic sourcing and contract management.
• Demonstrated success in negotiating complex contracts and achieving significant cost savings.
• Expertise in procurement software and data analysis tools.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Generous opportunities for professional development and advanced certifications.
• Hybrid work model offering a balance of office and remote work in Bloemfontein .
• A challenging and rewarding role within a respected organization.