Strategic Sourcing Specialist It

Partnerup (Pty) Ltd; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading payments provider in South Africa is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist to drive innovation in digital payments. This role involves leading end-to-end procurement for various IT categories, focusing on strategic sourcing, cost optimization, and supplier performance. Ideal candidates should have a BCom/CIPS qualification, 7–10 years of experience in IT procurement, and strong skills in contract management and stakeholder engagement. This position offers hybrid work options.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years' IT procurement experience, preferably in Financial Services or ICT.
• Strong background in contract management and supplier development.
• Proven record in delivering strategic sourcing outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procurement for ICT categories.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies for cost savings.
• Partner with IT, Finance, Legal, and Risk teams to align procurement.

Skills

Contract management

Strategic sourcing

Stakeholder engagement

Supplier development

Education

BCom / CIPS qualification

Job description

Location : South Africa (Hybrid / On-site options)

Join a leading payments provider driving innovation across South Africa's digital payments ecosystem.

The Strategic Sourcing Specialist (IT) will lead end-to-end procurement for ICT categories, ensuring best-in-class sourcing, cost optimisation, and supplier performance.

Key Focus Areas

• Strategic sourcing and category management across IT Security, Cloud Services, Data, Systems Operations, Software Asset Management, and Support
• Lead contract negotiations, vendor management, and governance compliance
• Develop and implement procurement strategies to achieve cost savings and operational efficiency
• Partner with IT, Finance, Legal, and Risk teams to align procurement with business goals

Requirements

• BCom / CIPS qualification (essential)
• 7–10 years' IT procurement experience (preferably in Financial Services or ICT)
• Strong background in contract management, stakeholder engagement, and supplier development
• Proven record in delivering strategic sourcing outcomes and driving transformation (BBBEE)