Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Lead

Nexio; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexio is seeking a seasoned procurement leader in Gauteng to direct the acquisition of goods, materials, and services, manage supplier relations, and optimize costs while reducing supply chain risks.

You will drive long-term sourcing plans, negotiate high-value contracts, and ensure compliance with Nexio’s procurement and BBBEE policies, leading a team and collaborating with finance, legal, and operations.

Qualifications

• Develop and execute category strategies and multi-year purchasing plans aligned with overall business goals.
• Runs tenders (RFP/RFQ) and aligns acquisitions with business goals.
• Manage the supplier onboarding process across direct and support costs.
• Build relationships with reliable suppliers and partners.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an update and accurate supplier database to evaluate and tracking performance as well as for risk mitigation.
• Compile annual supplier Health Check to ensure the sustainability of suppliers.
• Lead complex commercial negotiations to secure favorable pricing and delivery terms.
• Legally protects the company and ensures adequate SLAs.
• Manages, trains, and sets performance metrics (KPIs) for purchasing staff and buyers.
• Partner with finance, legal, operations and support teams to forecast future needs and align workflows.

Skills

People management

Clear communicator

Solutions-focused

Independent working

High-pressure execution

Entrepreneurial mindset

Negotiation skills

Relationship management

Conflict management

Project management

Policy development

Education

Matric

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Finance, Law or equivalent

Post-graduate commercial Degree advantageous

Job description

Nexio is seeking a seasoned procurement leader in Gauteng to direct the acquisition of goods, materials, and services, manage supplier relations, and optimize costs while reducing supply chain risks.

You will drive long-term sourcing plans, negotiate high-value contracts, and ensure compliance with Nexio’s procurement and BBBEE policies, leading a team and collaborating with finance, legal, and operations.