Procurement Specialist

4 days ago


Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa Rand Mutual Assurance Full time

As the Procurement Specialist, you will be reporting to the Procurement Manager, and you will be responsible for supporting the execution of procurement and strategic sourcing and managing both internal and external relationships.

THE JOB AT A GLANCE

As the Procurement Specialist, you will be responsible for supporting the execution of procurement and strategic sourcing and managing both internal and external relationships.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

Procurement and Supplier Management:

  • Provide specialist knowledge and educate business units regarding standard procurement policies.
  • Maintain a database of pricing, products, and network capabilities of our current and new vendors as well as pricing promotions, changes, and trends.
  • Analyze and source business from appropriate vendors to ensure the best cost-effective solution.
  • Actively engage with vendors in product discussions and pricing negotiations.
  • Maintain pricing and vendor documentation in the pricing data folder.
  • Provide informed input to business on the number of suppliers/contracts, expiry dates, as well as market analysis on products and suppliers as part of the strategic sourcing and procurement function.

Stakeholder Relationship Management:

  • Effectively manage stakeholder relationships.
  • Effectively manage the tactical and strategic relationships with vendors.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO THE TABLE?

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Procurement.
  • 5 years' supply chain management experience within procurement.
  • Business acumen and financial management experience.
  • Knowledge of relevant legislative and regulatory requirements.
  • Knowledge of B-BEE legislation.
  • Extensive knowledge of procurement principles, sourcing, best practices, and techniques.
  • Good typing skills.
  • Knowledge of contracts and contractual terms.
  • Database Management.

WHAT WILL YOU GET IN RETURN?

We offer great opportunities for personal and professional development in a stable company that's 128 years strong. The role comes with a competitive salary package and various benefits, including flexible work arrangements (combination of remote and in the office). Furthermore, you will be a part of a dedicated group of colleagues who value teamwork and collaboration.

Turnaround Time:

The shortlisting process will only start once the application due date has been reached. The time taken to complete this process will depend on how far you progress and the availability of managers. Kindly note that should you not receive a response within 21 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Closing Date: 02 February 2023

Our Commitment to Transformation:

In accordance with the employment equity plan of Rand Mutual Assurance and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.

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