Sourcing Specialist: Facilities

Sanlam; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider in Cape Town is seeking a Group Procurement role to support procurement strategies. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience, proficiency in supplier management, and relevant qualifications such as CIPS. This role is vital for achieving cost savings and enhancing procurement processes within the organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement and/or supply chain environment.
• Experience in sourcing, contracting, and supplier management.
• Member of CIPS with relevant qualifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support Procurement Managers in executing procurement strategies.
• Manage supplier relationships and compliance processes.
• Develop procurement business cases and category plans.
• Drive cost savings and operational efficiency.

Skills

Cross-functional interaction

Planning and organizing

Supplier / market analysis

Problem solving

Project management

Contract management

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Education

BComm or equivalent Procurement Qualification

CIPS Level 4/5

Job description

Job Description

This career opportunity is available at Santam for the Group Procurement department, the role is based in Bellville, Cape Town.

This role will primarily support Procurement Managers in executing procurement strategies across the Sanlam Group. This role will form part of the Category Procurement team particularly in Facilities Management.

Responsibilities

• Classification of spend and detailed analysis of spend.
• Development of procurement business cases.
• Initiate procurement initiatives and development of approved category plans.
• Sourcing and contracting management of commodities within the procurement portfolio.
• Management of costs and achieve savings against the budget.
• Drive strategic sourcing initiatives and show acumen towards driving new initiatives.
• Manage supplier relationships; manage contracted database and new contracts. Ensure necessary compliance processes are adhered to.
• Manage and maintain various reporting platforms and validate system integrity and data quality.
• Internal stakeholder management between procurement, operations/business and clients.
• Attend and provide support in required Cross Functional Sourcing Team meetings.
• Support the relevant procurement managers in ad hoc duties.
• Resulting outcomes include:
  • Cost savings
  • Providing Client Delight in terms of optimal supply of service;
  • Providing “Best Practice” procurement processes to increase efficiency; and
  • Supporting and upholding a team culture of engagement.

Qualifications and Experience

• Member of Charted Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) with level 4/5 or equivalent CIPS training would be beneficial.
• BComm (preferable) or equivalent being a Procurement Qualification with other relevant qualifications.
• Experience in sourcing, contracting and supplier management across multiple spend categories.
• Minimum of 5 years practical experience in procurement and/or supply chain environment (Preferable) in a short-term insurance or related.

Knowledge and Skills

• Excellent ability to interact and work cross functionally within organization
• Strong planning and organizing skills
• Strong supplier / market analysis skills
• Problem solving skills
• Project management skills
• Contract management and administration skills
• Ability to perform under pressure and deadlines
• Presentation skills and excellent communication skills

About The Company

Santam is the market leader in the general insurance industry in Southern Africa. As a large, diversified, and expanding company, we are committed to transformation and growth.

With a client base of over 1 million policyholders, Santam serves individuals, commercial enterprises, specialist business owners, and institutions—including 80 of the Top 100 companies listed on the JSE.

Santam is committed to diversity, inclusion, and belonging. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including persons with disabilities.

We are dedicated to neuro-inclusivity and fostering a workplace where everyone can thrive.