Strategic Technical Sourcing Specialist

Execustaff Recruiting Services; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Execustaff Recruiting Services in Gauteng seeks a Procurement Specialist to source and evaluate suppliers based on technical specs, quality certifications, cost competitiveness and lead times. You will collaborate with Engineering to understand drawings and material specs, ensuring procurement decisions meet standards.

You will maintain a category-based sourcing strategy, perform technical assessments, support complex purchases, drive cost savings through alternative sourcing, and ensure

Responsibilities

• Source and evaluate suppliers for new and alternative parts based on technical specifications and engineering requirements
• Evaluations should be based on capability, quality certifications, cost competitiveness, lead time adherence etc
• Maintain a category-based sourcing strategy for all technical commodities in your scope
• Collaborate with the Engineering Departments to understand technical drawings, material specifications and product functionality to ensure accurate procurement
• Conduct technical assessments of supplier offerings to verify compliance with company standards
• Support the Procurement Team with complex technical purchases by providing detailed insights and verifications
• Initiate and complete all RTD forms for the Procurement Department
• Identifying cost‑saving opportunities through alternative sourcing and vendor innovation
• Establish and conform to Company and Supplier requirements according to ISO9001:2015 (current or latest certification standard)
• Serve as the liaison between the Engineering and Procurement Divisions to resolve discrepancies or clarify product specifications
• Assist in Supplier Audits and qualification processes from a technical standpoint
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of product developments, technical trends, and markets availability of parts and components
• Prepare technical documentations and sourcing reports to support Procurement decisions
• Always adhere to the Code of Ethics with all purchases
• Project Based Sourcing and Execution
• Technical Evaluation Specification Compliance
• Alternative Sourcing and Obsolescence Management
• Cross Functional Alignment
• Supplier Technical Engagement
• Cost and Lead Time OptimisationDocumentation and Reporting
• Compliance and Risk Management
• Supplier Development

Job description

Execustaff Recruiting Services in Gauteng seeks a Procurement Specialist to source and evaluate suppliers based on technical specs, quality certifications, cost competitiveness and lead times. You will collaborate with Engineering to understand drawings and material specs, ensuring procurement decisions meet standards.

You will maintain a category-based sourcing strategy, perform technical assessments, support complex purchases, drive cost savings through alternative sourcing, and ensure