Strategic Sourcing Specialist

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work model

Health benefits

Professional growth opportunities

National strategy impact

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking a proactive Strategic Sourcing Specialist to join the procurement team in a hybrid role. You will identify cost-saving opportunities, develop supplier relationships, and drive strategic sourcing initiatives across spend categories.

The role demands strong negotiation, analytical thinking, and experience in leading RFIs/RFPs, contract negotiations, and category strategy execution to support South Africa's administrative capital.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in strategic sourcing or category management.
• Proven track record of negotiating complex contracts and achieving cost savings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and supplier capabilities.
• Lead sourcing events, including RFIs, RFPs, and negotiations for strategic categories.
• Develop and implement category strategies to optimize spend and mitigate supply chain risks.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with internal partners and key suppliers.
• Monitor contract compliance and supplier performance; implement corrective actions as needed.
• Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and technologies in strategic sourcing.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Contract negotiation

Supplier relationship mgmt

Market analysis

RFIs/RFPs

Category management

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM / Business or related field

Tools

Sourcing software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a proactive Strategic Sourcing Specialist to join their procurement department based in Pretoria . This hybrid role combines essential office-based strategic planning and collaboration with the flexibility of remote work, allowing you to contribute effectively to key sourcing initiatives. You will focus on identifying and developing relationships with high-value suppliers, negotiating complex contracts, and driving cost-saving opportunities across various spend categories. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled negotiator and analytical thinker to influence procurement strategy and support the operational goals of the business in South Africa's administrative capital.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough market analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and supplier capabilities.
• Lead sourcing events, including RFIs, RFPs, and negotiations for strategic categories.
• Develop and implement category strategies to optimize spend and mitigate supply chain risks.
• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with internal business partners and key suppliers.
• Monitor contract compliance and supplier performance, implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in strategic sourcing.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in strategic sourcing or category management.
• Proven track record of successfully negotiating complex contracts and achieving significant cost savings.
• Strong analytical skills and experience with sourcing software and tools.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Hybrid work model for a balanced work-life integration.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and certifications.
• Dynamic work environment contributing to national strategy in Pretoria .