Sourcing Lead

Ntice Search Solutions; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

An established FMCG manufacturing firm is seeking a Sourcing Manager to lead sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and oversee procurement activities. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Supply Chain/Procurement and 7–10 years of experience in strategic sourcing and contract management. This on-site role in KwaZulu-Natal requires strong negotiation skills and the ability to drive sustainable business performance.

Qualifications

• Strong background in contract management, strategic sourcing, and category management.
• Knowledge of procurement regulations and preferential procurement frameworks.
• Financial management experience (budgets, P&L, forecasting).

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives and deliver measurable cost savings.
• Develop category strategies, conduct benchmarking, and apply market intelligence.
• Negotiate and manage commercial and legal agreements.
• Oversee the full contract lifecycle: tendering, onboarding/offboarding, compliance, and performance monitoring.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovative sourcing practices.
• Motivate, lead, and develop procurement team members.
• Ensure alignment with business, regulatory, and governance requirements.

Skills

Strong business acumen and strategic agility

Excellent negotiation and communication skills

Analytical and detail-oriented with strong financial understanding

Leadership and people management capability

Proficient in MS Office and ERP systems

Ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Education

Degree in Supply Chain/Procurement (CIPS qualification preferred)

7–10 years’ progressive procurement/supply chain experience

Job description

• Our leading FMCG Manufacturing client is seeking a SourcingManagerto head up their department. The successful candidate will beresponsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, ensuring cost-effective, high-qualityand reliable supply of goods and services. This role balances strategic thinking, negotiation, and market insight to reduce costs, mitigate risks, and drive sustainable business performance. This will be an on-site Middle Management role based in the upper high way area.

  Key Responsibilities

  • Lead strategic sourcing initiatives and deliver measurable cost savings.
  • Develop category strategies, conduct benchmarking, and apply market intelligence.
  • Negotiate and manage commercial and legal agreements.
  • Oversee the full contract lifecycle: tendering, onboarding/offboarding, compliance, and performance monitoring.
  • Drive continuous improvement and innovative sourcing practices.
  • Motivate, lead, and develop procurement team members.
  • Ensure alignment with business, regulatory, and governance requirements.

  Skills & Competencies

  • Strong business acumen and strategic agility
  • Excellent negotiation and communication skills
  • Analytical and detail-oriented with strong financial understanding
  • Leadership and people management capability
  • Proficient in MS Office and ERP systems
  • Ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment

  Qualifications & Experience

  • Degree in Supply Chain/Procurement (CIPS qualification preferred)
  • 7–10 years’ progressive procurement/supply chain experience
  • Strong background in contract management, strategic sourcing, and category management
  • Knowledge of procurement regulations and preferential procurement frameworks
  • Financial management experience (budgets, P&L, forecasting)
  • Exposure to FMCG or related industries advantageous
  • Familiarity with standards such as FSSC 22000, ISO 45000, and ISO 9001 preferred

  Key Challenges

  • Navigating volatile markets, shipping conditions, and exchange rates
  • Managing procurement in a fast-paced, ERP-driven environment

  Managing procurement in a fast-paced, ERP-driven environment