Specialist - S&P - Procurement Ops 4A

8201 Genpact South Africa (Pty) Ltd; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Genpact South Africa (Pty) Ltd is seeking a Specialist - S&P to drive end-to-end procurement operations. You will coordinate sourcing, vendor management, and contract negotiations while leveraging data analytics to uncover cost-saving opportunities.

You will collaborate with stakeholders to align procurement with strategic priorities and manage supplier performance to meet quality and delivery targets. This fixed-term role emphasizes AI-enabled procurement excellence and process improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Business Admin, Industrial Eng, Logistics, SCM).
• Masters in Operations/SCM preferred or equivalent.
• Professional certifications in supply management or APICS/ISM are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate end-to-end procurement activities including sourcing, vendor management, and contract negotiation.
• Monitor and analyze procurement data to identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement with strategic objectives.
• Manage supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery, quality, and contractual compliance.
• Conduct supplier evaluations, performance reviews, and audits for continuous improvement.
• Develop and implement procurement policies and best practices in line with regulatory standards.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Ariba

Sourcing and Procurement

Supplier Management

Procurement Analytics

Data Literacy

Generative AI

Category Management

Education

Bachelor degree in Business/Engineering/Logistics

Master’s in Operations/Supply Chain (preferred)

APICS CPSM/C SCP/ISM CSCP certification

Tools

Ariba

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Job description

Specialist - S&P - Procurement Ops Ready to turn bold ideas into real-world impact? At Genpact, we don't just adapt to change, we lead it. AI and digital innovation are transforming the way businesses work, and we're at the forefront of it. Genpact's AI Gigafactory, our industry-first accelerator, exemplifies how we scale advanced technology solutions to help global enterprises work smarter, grow faster, and transform at scale. Whether tackling complex challenges through large-scale models or agentic AI, our breakthrough solutions tackle companies' most complex challenges. If you thrive in a fast-moving, innovation-driven environment, love building and deploying cutting-edge AI solutions, and want to push the boundaries of what's possible, this is your moment. Genpact (NYSE: G) is an agentic and advanced technology solutions company. We leverage process intelligence and artificial intelligence to deliver measurable outcomes. With a strong partner ecosystem and decades of client trust, we provide innovative solutions that transform how businesses run. Powered by a team with an active learning mindset and client centricity at its core, we deliver lasting value for the world's leading enterprises. Get to know us at genpact.com and on LinkedIn, YouTube, X, and Facebook.

Job Description

• Coordinate end-to-end procurement activities, including sourcing, vendor management, and contract negotiation, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance.
• Monitor, analyze, and report on procurement data to identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement activities with organizational objectives and strategic priorities.
• Manage supplier and vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery, adherence to quality standards, and compliance with contractual obligations.
• Conduct supplier evaluations, performance reviews, and audits to drive continuous improvement and maintain high service quality.
• Develop, update, and implement procurement policies, procedures, and best practices in line with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Support initiatives to optimize procurement processes, leveraging digital tools and data analytics to enhance efficiency and decision-making.

Qualifications

Bachelors - Business Administration, Bachelors - Industrial Engineering, Bachelors - Logistics, Bachelors - Supply Chain Management, Masters - Operations Management, Certifications APICS - Certified Supply Chain Professional certification (CSCP) - American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS) American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS), Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) - Institute for Supply Management (ISM) Institute for Supply Management (ISM), Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) - Institute for Supply Management (ISM) Institute for Supply Management (ISM).

Required Skills

Accounts Payable Process, Ariba, Automotive Manufacturing, Business Process Management (BPM), Category Management, Data Literacy, Generative AI, Industrial Manufacturing Processes, Insight Generation, Microsoft Office, Procurement Analytics, Sourcing and Procurement, Supplier Management Language English (Required) Language Proficiency - Proficient - C2 Additional Job Location - Job Type Fixed Term (Fixed Term) Job End Date 2027-01-31 Master Skill List - S&P - Procurement Ops Remote Type - Office Work Shift - Standard (South Africa)

Why join Genpact?

• Lead AI-powered transformation – Drive innovation and solve real-world business challenges that matter
• Make an impact – Help global enterprises solve business challenges that matter
• Accelerate your career – Gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and world-class learning opportunities to stay ahead
• Work with the best – Join 140,000+ bold thinkers and problem-solvers who push boundaries every day
• Thrive in a values-driven culture – Our courage, curiosity, and incisiveness - built on a foundation of integrity and inclusion - allow your ideas to fuel progress

Genpact is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.

Genpact is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation.

We're an agentic and advanced technology solutions company that runs mission-critical operations for the world's leading companies, while building and deploying the agentic products and technology that power those operations.

Our teams bring deep expertise to shape what AI can do and change how businesses actually run.

Join us to build the career you want - and be on it because you'll be in it.

At Genpact, your expertise grows because you're inside the work.

Whether you build AI systems or bring deep knowledge of how businesses run, you'll work on real challenges that change the world's leading companies operate.

There's a lot to learn here, and room to grow.