Strategic Indirect Spend Procurement Specialist

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 520,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Medical and retirement plans

Professional development

Collaborative office environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton is seeking a specialized Procurement Specialist focused on indirect spend to join their finance team. You will manage the procurement of non-operational goods and services such as IT, marketing, travel and professional services, developing sourcing strategies and negotiating supplier contracts.

The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, a strategic mindset and solid experience in supplier management, contract negotiation and category management, enabling cost

Qualifications

• Experience as a Procurement Specialist with a focus on indirect spend.
• Strong understanding of sourcing, contract management and supplier relationship management.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with procurement software and standard business applications.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders in a corporate environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for indirect spend categories (e.g., IT, facilities, marketing, HR services).
• Identify, evaluate and onboard new suppliers, ensuring alignment with company policies and requirements.
• Lead negotiations for contracts and service level agreements, aiming for optimal terms and pricing.
• Manage supplier performance, conduct regular reviews, and address any issues proactively.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure procurement solutions meet business objectives.
• Monitor market trends and benchmark supplier costs to identify opportunities for savings and efficiency improvements.

Skills

Indirect procurement

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Sourcing strategies

Education

Business or Supply Chain degree

Tools

Procurement software

ERP systems

MS Office

Job description

Placements24 in Sandton is seeking a specialized Procurement Specialist focused on indirect spend to join their finance team. You will manage the procurement of non-operational goods and services such as IT, marketing, travel and professional services, developing sourcing strategies and negotiating supplier contracts.

The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, a strategic mindset and solid experience in supplier management, contract negotiation and category management, enabling cost