Strategic Procurement Leader for Medical Devices

JVR Software; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

JVR Software in Centurion, South Africa, seeks a procurement specialist to identify, source, and secure suppliers for materials, components, and services, ensuring value, compliance, and timely delivery.

You will lead strategic sourcing, negotiate terms, manage supplier performance, and coordinate with Quality, Regulatory, and Production to support launches and demand. Experience in ERP, BOM, and inventory planning is preferred; a bachelor's degree in SCM or Engineering is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Procurement, Operations, or Engineering.
• Minimum 3-5 years relevant experience in procurement, supply chain, or operational purchasing.
• Experience managing procurement teams and/or receiving teams.
• Experience with ERP systems and procurement documentation.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, BOM, and inventory management.
• Strong negotiation, vendor management, and contract skills.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and data-driven decision making.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard potential suppliers to ensure best value for the organisation in terms of cost, quality, compliance, lead time, and service delivery.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies to optimise cost savings, supply continuity, and operational efficiency.
• Source local and international suppliers for raw materials, packaging, components, instruments, implants, medical devices, consumables, and services.
• Negotiate and establish favourable pricing, commercial terms, delivery schedules, and service agreements with suppliers.
• Monitor supply risks and ensure continuity of critical materials and services.
• Support the addition of approved suppliers in line with company procedures and quality management system requirements.
• Communicate with Quality and Regulatory regarding new suppliers, supplier changes, or supplier documentation requirements.
• Manage procurement planning in support of operational demand, new launches, and sales requirements.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract management

Supplier management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Documentation control

ERP knowledge

Understanding of manufacturing

BOM understanding

Inventory forecasting

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Procurement, Operations, or Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

Procurement documentation software

Job description

JVR Software in Centurion, South Africa, seeks a procurement specialist to identify, source, and secure suppliers for materials, components, and services, ensuring value, compliance, and timely delivery.

You will lead strategic sourcing, negotiate terms, manage supplier performance, and coordinate with Quality, Regulatory, and Production to support launches and demand. Experience in ERP, BOM, and inventory planning is preferred; a bachelor's degree in SCM or Engineering is required.