Senior Procurement Specialist

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonus structure

Comprehensive health, retirement, and周

Hybrid working arrangements

Opportunities for professional develop

Dynamic role within leading industry

Job summary

Placements24 in Mahikeng is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist to manage supplier relationships and drive cost-efficiency in procurement operations. You will develop sourcing strategies, negotiate complex contracts, and collaborate with technical teams and finance to deliver optimal outcomes.

This is a challenging and rewarding role for a seasoned procurement professional. Hybrid working arrangements are available, with opportunities for professional development within a leading

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in procurement or sourcing, with focus on technology or complex services.
• Proven success in negotiating significant contracts and achieving cost savings.
• Strong understanding of supply chain management principles and risk assessment.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for key technology and service categories.
• Negotiate and manage complex contracts with major suppliers, ensuring favorable terms and conditions.
• Conduct market analysis to identify opportunities for cost reduction and supply chain optimization.
• Manage supplier performance and relationships, fostering collaboration and accountability.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure procurement alignment.
• Oversee the procurement process from initiation to contract completion, ensuring compliance.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Contract negotiation

Cost reduction

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a major player in the telecommunications sector in Mahikeng , is seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist to manage critical supplier relationships and drive cost-efficiency in their procurement operations. This role involves developing sourcing strategies, negotiating complex contracts, and ensuring the reliable supply of goods and services vital to the company's infrastructure. You will work closely with technical teams and finance to deliver optimal procurement outcomes. This is a challenging and rewarding position for a seasoned procurement professional.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for key technology and service categories.
• Negotiate and manage complex contracts with major suppliers, ensuring favorable terms and conditions.
• Conduct market analysis to identify opportunities for cost reduction and supply chain optimization.
• Manage supplier performance and relationships, fostering collaboration and accountability.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure procurement alignment.
• Oversee the procurement process from initiation to contract completion, ensuring compliance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in procurement or sourcing, with a focus on technology or complex services.
• Demonstrated success in negotiating significant contracts and achieving cost savings.
• Strong understanding of supply chain management principles and risk assessment.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-related bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and other employee benefits.
• Hybrid working arrangements for improved work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development and further training.
• A dynamic role within a leading industry organization.