Strategic Sourcing Specialist IT

PartnerUp (Pty) Ltd; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading payments provider in South Africa seeks a Strategic Sourcing Specialist to manage procurement for ICT categories. This role involves strategic sourcing across IT Security, Cloud Services, and software management. Requires BCom/CIPS qualification and 7–10 years’ experience in IT procurement, ensuring alignment with business goals. Hybrid work options available.

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.

Skills

Contract management

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)