Strategic Sourcing Specialist – IT Security & Operations

Pty; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services organization in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced IT procurement professional to manage complex sourcing processes and ensure compliance while delivering value across critical IT initiatives. The ideal candidate has 6 years of experience, a degree in Procurement or related field, and a CIPS qualification. Join a collaborative hybrid environment to make an impact on sourcing decisions.

Qualifications

• 6 years experience in IT procurement ideally within the financial services sector.
• Practical experience with tendering, supplier negotiations and contract management.
• Strong ability to engage and influence stakeholders including Legal and IT teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end IT procurement including tendering and supplier evaluation.
• Work closely with IT, Finance, Legal and project teams to influence sourcing decisions.
• Ensure compliance and deliver commercial value.

Skills

IT procurement

Stakeholder engagement

Contract management

Supplier negotiation

Education

Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Commerce

CIPS qualification

Job description

Overview

Reference : JHB001912-EG-1

We are looking for a hands-on, commercially aware sourcing professional to manage the procurement of IT security systems, operations and software solutions for a leading financial services organisation.

Duties & Responsibilities

In this role you’ll take ownership of end-to-end IT procurement including tendering, supplier evaluation and contract management across both local and international markets. You’ll work closely with IT, Finance, Legal and project teams, providing advice and guidance to influence sourcing decisions, ensure compliance and deliver commercial value.

Requirements / Qualifications

• 6 years experience in IT procurement ideally within the financial services sector
• Practical experience with tendering, supplier negotiations and contract management
• Strong ability to engage and influence internal and external stakeholders including Legal, IT architects and Finance teams
• Exposure to local and international markets and IT categories such as IT Security, Software, Systems Operations, Licensing and Maintenance
• A degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Commerce or related field with a CIPS qualification (essential)
• A practical self-driven approach with strong organizational skills and commercial awareness

Opportunity Context

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys managing complex sourcing processes, shaping procurement decisions and delivering value across critical IT initiatives, all while working in a collaborative hybrid environment.

If you’re a proactive, commercially savvy sourcing professional ready to make an impact, let’s connect to discuss this exciting opportunity.

Note: We try our best to get back to everyone; if you do not hear from us within 10 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Additional Details

Required Experience : IC

Key Skills

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1