Strategic Sourcing Specialist

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Medical aid

Pension fund

Career progression

Stable employer

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a analytical and strategic Strategic Sourcing Specialist to join the procurement team in Nelspruit. The role focuses on identifying cost-saving opportunities, optimizing supplier relationships, and developing long-term sourcing strategies for key categories of goods and services.

The successful candidate will leverage market intelligence and data analysis to drive procurement excellence and contribute to competitive advantage within a dedicated procurement team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (SCM/Business/Economics).
• 4-6 years of experience in strategic sourcing, category management or similar procurement role.
• Proven experience leading complex sourcing projects and negotiations.
• Strong analytical skills, data modeling and cost analysis.
• Understanding of procurement best practices and contract law.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market analysis to identify sourcing opportunities and risks.
• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans for spend categories.
• Lead supplier negotiations for favorable pricing, terms, and conditions.
• Develop and implement supplier performance management programs.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align sourcing strategies with needs.
• Identify and implement cost reduction initiatives and process improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Data modeling

Cost analysis

Communication

Contract law

Presentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Economics, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an analytical and strategic Strategic Sourcing Specialist to join their procurement team in Nelspruit . This role focuses on identifying and implementing cost-saving opportunities, optimizing supplier relationships, and developing long-term sourcing strategies for key categories of goods and services. The successful candidate will leverage market intelligence and data analysis to drive procurement excellence and contribute to the company's competitive advantage. This is an opportunity for a skilled sourcing professional to drive significant impact within a key operational area.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive market analysis to identify sourcing opportunities and potential risks.
• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans for assigned categories of spend.
• Lead negotiation efforts with suppliers to secure favorable pricing, terms, and conditions.
• Develop and implement supplier performance management programs.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure alignment of sourcing strategies.
• Identify and implement cost reduction initiatives and process improvements within the sourcing function.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Economics, or a related field.
• 4-6 years of experience in strategic sourcing , category management, or a similar procurement role.
• Proven experience in leading complex sourcing projects and negotiations.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data modeling and cost analysis.
• Excellent understanding of procurement best practices and contract law.
• Superior communication and presentation skills.

Benefits

• Attractive salary and bonus structure linked to performance and savings achieved.
• Full suite of benefits including comprehensive medical aid and pension fund.
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• Work within a dedicated team focused on procurement excellence.
• A stable and reputable employer committed to its workforce.