Strategic Procurement Risk & Governance Lead

Sanlam Limited; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Santam is seeking a Group Procurement Risk Specialist to lead risk management across the Sanlam and Santam Group. The role spans procurement risk governance, third-party risk management, and stakeholder engagement, reporting to the Head of Group Procurement Risk & Governance.

The incumbent will support strategy, policy adherence, and risk mitigation in a complex financial services environment. This leadership position requires deep experience in risk management within financial services,

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in risk management, insurance or finance.
• Postgraduate specialization in risk management is advantageous.
• Certifications in risk management or procurement are beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Embed procurement risk management and digitisation for risk visibility across the supplier network.
• Lead supplier risk assessments across lifecycle including onboarding and contract management.
• Develop and maintain Third-Party Risk Management Framework and governance.
• Identify and report key procurement risks and remediation actions.
• Support stakeholders in identifying control weaknesses and regulatory changes.
• Prepare risk reports and dashboards for executives and risk committees.

Skills

Risk Management

Third-Party Risk

Procurement

Governance

Regulatory Knowledge

ESG

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Risk Management/Insurance/Finance

Postgraduate Diploma in Risk Management

Tools

None

Job description

Santam is seeking a Group Procurement Risk Specialist to lead risk management across the Sanlam and Santam Group. The role spans procurement risk governance, third-party risk management, and stakeholder engagement, reporting to the Head of Group Procurement Risk & Governance.

The incumbent will support strategy, policy adherence, and risk mitigation in a complex financial services environment. This leadership position requires deep experience in risk management within financial services,