Senior Procurement Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Retirement plan

Hybrid work arrangement

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking an experienced Senior Procurement Specialist to lead strategic sourcing initiatives, negotiate high-value contracts, and drive cost optimization.

The role balances hybrid collaboration with in-office leadership, mentoring junior staff and aligning supplier strategies with business objectives. You should bring deep supply chain knowledge, strong leadership, and a CIPS certification with a related degree.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in a senior procurement or strategic sourcing role.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex negotiations and high-value contracts.
• Deep understanding of supply chain management principles and market dynamics.
• Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, adept at hybrid collaboration.
• Relevant professional certification (e.g., CIPS) and a degree in a related field are highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for key categories of goods and services.
• Negotiate complex contracts and service agreements with major suppliers.
• Develop and implement category management strategies to drive long-term value.
• Analyze market trends and supplier performance to identify risks and opportunities.
• Mentor and guide junior procurement staff, fostering professional development.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align procurement strategies with business objectives.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical

Mentoring

Communication

Education

CIPS certification

Degree in related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Procurement Specialist to lead key procurement initiatives in Pretoria . This hybrid role requires a strategic thinker capable of managing complex sourcing projects, developing supplier relationships, and driving cost optimization across the organization. You will leverage your expertise to mentor junior staff and contribute to the overall strategic direction of the procurement department, balancing remote autonomy with essential in-office collaboration to achieve departmental goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for key categories of goods and services.
• Negotiate complex contracts and service agreements with major suppliers.
• Develop and implement category management strategies to drive long-term value.
• Analyze market trends and supplier performance to identify risks and opportunities.
• Mentor and guide junior procurement staff, fostering professional development.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align procurement strategies with business objectives.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in a senior procurement or strategic sourcing role.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex negotiations and high-value contracts.
• Deep understanding of supply chain management principles and market dynamics.
• Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, adept at hybrid collaboration.
• Relevant professional certification (e.g., CIPS) and a degree in a related field are highly preferred.

Benefits

• Attractive senior-level salary package.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility.
• Comprehensive executive benefits, including health and retirement plans.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement and leadership.
• Dynamic work environment with impactful strategic responsibilities.