Sourcing Specialist: Professional Services & HR

Sanlam Limited; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance firm in Cape Town is seeking a Sourcing Specialist to support Procurement Managers. You will manage supplier relationships, analyze spend, and drive procurement strategies. Ideal candidates have a BComm or equivalent and a minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement. The role offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative team focused on achieving cost savings and improving procurement processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years practical experience in procurement and/or supply chain environment.
• Experience in sourcing, contracting, and supplier management across multiple spend categories.

Responsibilities

• Support the relevant Procurement Manager.
• Classify spend and conduct detailed analysis.
• Develop procurement business cases.

Skills

Excellent ability to interact and work cross-functionally

Strong planning and organizing skills

Strong supplier / market analysis skills

Contract management and administration skills

Presentation skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

BComm or equivalent procurement qualification

CIPS level 4/5 or equivalent CIPS training

Job description

Sourcing Specialist: Professional Services & HR

Overview

Date: 1 Oct 2025

Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, ZA

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 Professional Services and Human Resources.

Responsibilities

• Support the relevant Procurement Manager.
• 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 demonstrate initiative in driving new approaches.
• 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.

Outcomes

• Cost savings
• Providing Client Delight in terms of optimal supply of service
• Providing “Best Practice” procurement processes to increase efficiency
• Supporting and upholding a team culture of engagement

Qualification and Experience

• Member of Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) with level 4/5 or equivalent CIPS training would be beneficial.
• BComm (preferable) or equivalent 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 field.

Knowledge and Skills

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

Core Competencies

• Cultivates innovation – Contributing through others
• Customer focus – Contributing through others
• Drives results – Contributing through others
• Collaborates – Contributing through others
• Being resilient – Contributing through others

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. While our headquarters are in South Africa, we are rapidly extending our presence into emerging markets across Africa and Asia.

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. Our commitment to Insurance, Good and Proper goes beyond just providing cover—we offer peace of mind, ensuring our clients can focus on living in the moment, not worrying about the unexpected. Because at Santam, we believe the freedom to seize every day is worth protecting.

People drive our business, and we are committed to attracting the best talent, whether for permanent roles or short-term opportunities.

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.

Take the next step in your career—apply now and be part of a company that’s shaping the future of insurance. This is Freedom!