Strategic Healthcare Procurement Leader

National Health Laboratory Service; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in Johannesburg seeks a Chief Procurement Officer to lead procurement strategies and systems. This role requires significant leadership in sourcing critical supplies and services while ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. Candidates must possess a Master’s degree, extensive experience in Supply Chain Management, and proven capability at an executive level. The position offers an opportunity to influence procurement practices and promote ethical sourcing in a critical public health environment.

Qualifications

• 15 years’ experience in Supply Chain Management with a proven track record.
• 5 years’ experience at executive/senior management level in a large-scale institution.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the procurement process across the organization.
• Manage the procurement system to ensure efficient tendering.
• Negotiate and administer complex contracts with suppliers.
• Identify opportunities to modernize procurement practices.
• Conduct regular demand forecasting to ensure timely supply.
• Collaborate with departments to align procurement goals.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare and laboratory regulations.
• Manage and develop the procurement team.

Skills

Ethical and principled decision-making

Strong analytical and critical thinking

High attention to detail

Results-oriented and cost-conscious

Collaborative and influential communicator

Change leadership and adaptability

Strategic Sourcing & Supply Chain Management

Contract Negotiation & Vendor Management

Risk Management & Compliance

Financial Acumen (cost control, value for money)

Data Analytics for Procurement Decisions

Procurement Policy & Framework Development

Stakeholder Management

Education

Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or Finance

Member of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (MCIPS) OR Chartered Accountant South Africa – CA (SA)

Job description

A prominent healthcare provider in Johannesburg seeks a Chief Procurement Officer to lead procurement strategies and systems. This role requires significant leadership in sourcing critical supplies and services while ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. Candidates must possess a Master’s degree, extensive experience in Supply Chain Management, and proven capability at an executive level. The position offers an opportunity to influence procurement practices and promote ethical sourcing in a critical public health environment.