196 IT Sourcing jobs in South Africa

GEP is a diverse, creative team of people passionate about procurement. We invest ourselves entirely in our client’s success, creating strong collaborative relationships that deliver extraordinary value year after year. Our clients include market global leaders with far-flung international operations, Fortune 500 and Global 2000 enterprises, leading government and public institutions.

We deliver practical, effective services and software that enable procurement leaders to maximise their impact on business operations, strategy and financial performance. That’s just some of the things that we do in our quest to build a beautiful company, enjoy the journey and make a difference. GEP is a place where individuality is prized, and talent respected. We’re focused on what is real and effective. GEP is where good ideas and great people are recognized, results matter, and ability and hard work drive achievements. We’re a learning organization, actively looking for people to help shape, grow and continually improve us.

GEP is different. It’s a place where individuality is prized, and talent respected. We recognize people who make a genuine difference by rewarding them well. We’re a learning organization, actively looking for people to help shape, grow, and continually improve us.

Are you one of us?

GEP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability status, or any other characteristics protected by law. We are committed to hiring and valuing a global diverse work team.

For more information please visit us on GEP.com or check us out on LinkedIn.com.

GEP is proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V.

• Develop category specific requirements and scopes of work consistent with businessrequirements and client sourcing strategy.
• Conduct spends analytics and utilize analytical expertise to deliver a comprehensive total cost of ownership assisting the client business in delivering measurable cost savings.
• Initiate and structure efficient RFx’s, participate in supplier negotiations and support negotiationstrategies based on supplier proposals and spend analytics.
• Utilize your well-developed sourcing skills to manage supplier selection processes and provide data and recommendations to ensure informed business awards while developing contractual agreements in collaborationwith our client’s business and legal departments.
• Collaborate with Client Category Managers and/or SMEs on project strategy; determine sourcing approach and methodology to be applied based on the strategy.
• Lead and execute the GEP sourcing process from start to finish, e.g., spend data collection and analysis, supply market analysis and supplier discovery if needed. / Manage suppliers during the sourcing process, including conducting supplier orientation and training on the sourcing process then following up with suppliers on milestone activities.
• Perform in-depth analysis of proposals submitted, facilitate supplier evaluations, drawconclusions, prepare comprehensive summaries, and present to the client in a concise manner.

• Education: Minimum Bachelor's degree (or in progress) in Science, Business or Engineering or similar stream or a combination of relevant experience.
• Experience: 3 - 6 years previous work experience managing Strategic Sourcing is a must, procure to pay process, RFX auctions process and procurement process experience.
• Languages:Fluent in Spanish and English (spoken and written). Portuguese is a plus.

Other Skills:

• Intermediate to high financial and quantitative analysis skills

• Should possess strong sourcing skills, including sourcing methodology and process, e-Sourcing technology, RFX development, facilitation and management

• Auction development including parameters

• Supplier engagement

• Negotiation strategy development

• Team Management (Team of Analysts)

• Requires Low amount of guidance and direction

• Familiarity with various best practice sourcing approaches and techniques.

• Strong ability to handle client issues and escalations with sensitivity and diligence, eliminating a need for further escalation.
• Excellent project management skills including project planning, time management, multitasking and critical path definition.
• Strong customer service orientation including demonstrated communication during issue resolution and relationship management skills.
• Willingness to learn and master client specific processes, terminology, political environment, systems and unique requirements by various business groups.

time left to apply End Date: September 5, 2025 (13 days left to apply)

job requisition id R103287

Position: Sourcing Specialist

Job Description:

• Obtain recruitment briefings from Client Success Managers and/or sales team
• Probe and enquire to ensure optimal understanding of client requirements and culture
• Search, source and network for potential candidates to grow the candidate database and meet specific client requirements
• Advertise requirements on career portals
• Rapidly attract, screen, assess, qualify, interview, present and refer suitable candidates to Client Success Managers and/or sales team
• Match candidates to job requisitions and present candidates to Client Success Managers and/or sales team
• Develop a good understanding of client companies, their industry, what they do, their work culture and environment
• Make candidates available to the Client Success Managers and/or sales team for consideration for all open requirements in the business
• Meet or exceed agreed weekly, monthly and quarterly Business Targets
• Maintain job requisitions workflow status and posting on internal systems
• Manage the candidate database
• Maintain a high level of database integrity through thorough recording of recruitment activities, candidate and client information
• Achieve placement and activity targets
• Compile market research reports and assist with talent mapping and talent pooling initiatives for high-volume, rapid deployment and specialist roles

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• Obtain recruitment briefings from Client Success Managers and/or sales team
• Probe and enquire to ensure optimal understanding of client requirements and culture
• Search, source and network for potential candidates to grow the candidate database and meet specific client requirements
• Advertise requirements on career portals
• Rapidly attract, screen, assess, qualify, interview, present and refer suitable candidates to Client Success Managers and/or sales team
• Match candidates to job requisitions and present candidates to Client Success Managers and/or sales team
• Develop a good understanding of client companies, their industry, what they do, their work culture and environment
• Make candidates available to the Client Success Managers and/or sales team for consideration for all open requirements in the business
• Meet or exceed agreed weekly, monthly and quarterly Business Targets
• Maintain job requisitions workflow status and posting on internal systems
• Manage the candidate database
• Maintain a high level of database integrity through thorough recording of recruitment activities, candidate and client information
• Achieve placement and activity targets
• Compile market research reports and assist with talent mapping and talent pooling initiatives for high-volume, rapid deployment and specialist roles

GEP is a diverse, creative team of people passionate about procurement. We invest ourselves in our client’s success, creating strong collaborative relationships that deliver extraordinary value year after year. Our clients include market global leaders with far-flung international operations, Fortune 500 and Global 2000 enterprises, leading government and public institutions.

We deliver practical, effective services and software that enable procurement leaders to maximize their impact on business operations, strategy and financial performance. That’s just some of the things that we do in our quest to build a beautiful company, enjoy the journey and make a difference. GEP is a place where individuality is prized, and talent respected. We’re focused on what is real and effective. GEP is where good ideas and great people are recognized, results matter, and ability and hard work drive achievements. We’re a learning organization, actively looking for people to help shape, grow and continually improve us.

• Identify and execute against strategic initiatives to build upon category advisor expertise
• Partner closely with key stakeholder teams to understand critical business needs, trends and strategies
• Manage a team of junior sourcing professionals including category experts and analysts for the day-to-day coaching, training, and ongoing development
• Define and implement global sourcing and outsourcing strategies that consolidate and optimize both the supplier base and services, while securing the lowest Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and access to the highest levels of service and quality
• Leadership role in key procurement activities, including RFx development and execution, Statement of Work (SOW) and contract drafting, and pricing and contract negotiations (new client initiatives).
• If managing direct materials - Leading operational activities including Long term capacity planning, escalations in operational service & quality issues, material resilience management, price forecasting and business partnering.
• Ensuring team is managing master data management to the required quality standards.
• If managing direct reports – ensure right resourcing and workload management along with mentorship and support. Greater participation/involvement in cross-functional visionary development and implementation.
• Greater responsibility of coaching leadership qualities into mentees and direct reports, building the future leaders of the organization.
• Participating in firm building activities, including recruitment, client visits and wider GEP Operations improvement activities

• 7+ years of experience, with previous leadership experience of a senior team
• Diverse base of experience across industries
• Expertise in Logistics as a category
• Deep knowledge of Procurement strategies and processes
• Fluency in English on a business level
• Experience with leading medium to large teams, virtually and across multiple geographies
• Exceptional mentorship and coaching capabilities
• Strong strategic abilities coupled with analytical curiosity and collaborative style
• High degree of motivation, ability to prioritize and self-direct, strong business acumen and interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills required
• Proficiency in the MS Office package
• Sourcing/Procurement systems knowledge

Vertice Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

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Vertice was launched in 2022 to build a new way to manage SaaS and cloud spend. One that's fair, totally transparent, and designed for modern businesses. Today, Vertice manages over $3.4 billion in spend for hundreds of customers in over 30 countries. We are headquartered in London with offices in New York, Brno, Sydney, Johannesburg, and Singapore.

Founded by successful serial entrepreneurs Roy Tuvey and Eldar Tuvey, Vertice has experienced remarkable growth, with a 13X revenue increase in two years. Following our Series C funding round, we secured over $100 million from investors like Bessemer Venture Partners, 83North, and Lakestar. We are expanding across regions and product lines.

If you are ambitious, eager to make an impact, and want to be part of a talented, driven team, join us to revolutionize technology spend management and procurement.

As a Sourcing Analyst, you will support our Procurement team in optimizing SaaS renewal costs. Working closely with a Procurement Manager, you will negotiate with suppliers on transactional contracts, ensuring favorable pricing and terms aligned with customer needs. Your attention to detail and negotiation skills will be key in achieving positive outcomes for Vertice’s customers.

• Negotiate with suppliers on transactional contracts to secure favorable pricing and terms, focusing on quick, positive outcomes for lower-value tail spend contracts.
• Collaborate with the Procurement team to understand customer requirements and communicate updates clearly and regularly via written communication and the Vertice platform.
• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring prompt and effective communication, especially via email.

• 2-3 years of experience in procurement operations, SaaS delivery, or relationship management.
• Experience negotiating with SaaS suppliers or solid knowledge of key SaaS terms.
• Commercial acumen to translate customer needs into actionable steps and identify risks.
• Ability to work with urgency, balancing speed and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational skills with adaptability to changing priorities, always keeping the customer in focus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High accountability and proactive problem-solving attitude.

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Purchasing and Supply Chain

• Software Development

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As a Specialized Sourcer , you’ll live at the top of the funnel — hunting exceptional talent for roles in the Sales pod. You’ll report to the Recruiting Manager, but you’ll follow overarching direction and strategy from the Sourcing Coordinator Manager, and you’ll lend support to the Sourcing Operations Specialist to help ensure our pipelines stay active and never go dry.

Your job: build high-quality shortlists fast. You’ll focus on LinkedIn outreach, Boolean searches, and talent mapping. You’ll deliver pre-screened or high-interest candidates to the recruiters in your pod so they can move quickly.

You are not responsible for client communication or full-cycle recruiting. You are the sharpest hunter in the game.

Key Responsibilities

Source Candidates for Assigned Pod

• Deliver high-quality, pre-screened candidates to recruiters weekly
• Adjust the search strategy based on feedback from the pod team
• Maintain close alignment with the vertical-specific hiring bar
  
  

• Run advanced boolean searches, build talent pipelines, and iterate messaging
• Send high-volume, targeted outreach via LinkedIn, email, and sourcing tools
• Track sourcing funnel metrics and iterate on what works
  
  

• Contribute to re-engagement campaigns, mass outreach, and inbound funnel cleanup
• Log sourcing activity and data consistently in Ashby and/or ClickUp
• Coordinate with the Sourcing Manager to share best practices across pods
  
  

• Sync weekly to understand open roles and search priorities
• Accept fast feedback and revise sourcing accordingly
• Escalate spec confusion or sourcing blocks quickly
  
  

• An elite sourcer who lives on LinkedIn and loves the hunt
• Fast, focused, and iterative—you get better every week
• Organized and responsive—you support multiple recruiters and stay on top of it
• Coachable and collaborative—you take feedback and improve without ego
  
  

• You build tight shortlists within days
• Recruiters say your candidates match the spec and move fast
• Pod Leads rely on you to unlock stuck roles
• The Sourcing Manager sees clean funnels and measurable improvement
  
  

• Fill in the application form
• Record a video showcasing your skill sets

• Seniority level Entry level

• Employment type Contract

• Job function Purchasing and Supply Chain
• Industries Marketing Services

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Currently seeking a Sourcing Manager for a leading FMCG/Supply Chain Management company based in Umhlanga. The purpose of the role is:

• To develop and institutionalise a 1-3 year sourcing and vendor management strategy for both operational and capex procurement.
• To set up sourcing agreements for all operational and capex stock.
• To ensure market competitiveness between suppliers.
• To manage contract adherence and tender processes.
• To drive sustainability, SHREQ and BEEE objectives across the supplier base.
• To manage supplier reliability to the point of IFS warehouse or site delivery.
• To drive increased contract coverage and spend across the Group and across the categories.
• To manage the stock availability at the various operational sites through planning, call off and management of the stock from point of source to point of consumption.
• To increase supply chain reliability and cost effectiveness through better forecasting, planning, order execution and stock management.
• To manage the procurement of stock against agreed strategic and operational targets and approve all orders.
• To manage the operational switch on of new sites, including setting up a regular supply network.
• To ensure compliance with all QHSE and corporate governance SOPs from the team.
• To lead the supply planning team and hold them accountable for stock availability on site, at the right cost and quality.

• Sourcing and Vendor Management Strategy Development
• Work with Group Procurement Manager to develop and institutionalise a 1-3 year sourcing and vendor management strategy and translate this into action items.
• Work closely with national Group cross-functional management teams (production and camp managers as well as head Operations managers) to ensure the delivery of an integrated supply chain benefit.
• Analyse industry trends and evolving technology to proactively identify supply base issues to minimize risk, protect continuity of supply and exploit emerging opportunities that benefit the Group.
• Develop a negotiation and contracting strategy that delivers against business objectives and achieves sustainable relationships with suppliers.
• Identify strategic suppliers and develop the relationship from transactional to partnership status.
• Identify critical supply lines and develop contingency sourcing options, partners for solutions, products and services.
• Work with Group Procurement Manager to Identify metrics, tools, and processes to optimize sourcing and supplier activities and efficiencies and work collaboratively with Business managers to prioritize and drive implementation.
• Work with HR to define and then achieve the B-BBEE targets related to procurement and enterprise development for the SA companies.
• Sourcing Agreements Setup
• Ensure 95%+ of operational sourcing is achieved through suppliers with sourcing agreements.
• Monitor and correct non-adherence to sourcing agreements.
• Develop preferred supplier status for capex suppliers as per a standard BOQ for site establishment.

Participate in the development of specifications for equipment, products, services or substitute materials.

• Measure and manage sustainability practices within area of responsibility and ensure contracts and service level agreements support environmental and green practices.
• Conduct HSEQ compliance assessments on supplier premises.
• Influence suppliers’ production processes, technology decisions and policies in ways that are mutually beneficial and sustainable for both organisations.
• Drive sustainability, risk, and compliance and BBBEE objectives.
• Financial Management - support office.
• Drive the management of external supplier relationships and contracts in collaboration with the regional and national management teams to ensure agreed service levels are met.
• Ensure price tracking and trending are undertaken as part of market research on a regular basis.
• Team Management
• Lead and develop staff within the context of the Labour Relations Act, Employment Equity Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act and the Skills Development Act.
• Monitor staff performance and provide regular feedback, including informal and formal staff appraisals.
• Coach and support staff where necessary to achieve objectives.
• Manage staff administration issues, including leave, time management and interaction with the wider business.
• Manage and deliver on succession plans to enable the development of a future generation of leaders and specialists and ensure optimal turnover and retention levels are maintained.
• Champion staff training and development through the utilisation of available training opportunities or contributing to the development of new training solutions in collaboration with national training specialists.
• Teamwork and Self-Management
• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and activities and demonstrate effective self-management in terms of planning and prioritising, and self-development.
• Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of work are consistently and accurately maintained.
• Inform relevant parties in the event of tasks or deadlines not met, the potential risks thereof and provide appropriate resolution.
• Support and drive the business core values.
• Manage colleagues and client’s expectations and communicate appropriately.
• Demonstrate willingness to help others and “go the extra mile” to meet team targets and objectives.
• Champion training and development of self and others through utilising available training opportunities.
• Participate in and drive regular performance appraisals and ensure that own targets and goals are clear and achievable.

Matric

Degree in Supply Chain

5 - 10 years sourcing management experience

Ability to travel into Africa

Negotiable

Please apply via PNET.

A leading global water technology company dedicated to solving the world's most challenging water issues is looking for a Sourcing Specialist to be established in Kempton Park, South Africa. The purpose of this position is to take responsibility for the full spectrum of procurement processes for Africa and Rep Offices.

• Develop and maintain approved suppliers list for each category and ensure dual/multiple supplier sourcing with sourcing rules.
• Develop the mitigation plan for single source spend.
• Identify risk in a supply chain and manage programs to mitigate such risks.
• Identify and onboard suppliers as per Procurement Policy.
• Coordinate closely with internal stakeholders to execute Purchase Order to vendors and follow up on delivery schedule, with constructive order management approach.
• Ensure proper maintenance of master data in ERP.
• Analyse inventory reports and be responsible to monitor inventory replenishment process.
• Ensure that all purchasing activities are compliant with the Procurement procedures and policies.
• Analyse spending on suppliers and identify opportunities for productivity savings to maintain ideas funnel on continuous basis.
• Proactively investigate continuous improvement on procurement processes.
• Plan and execute logistics (Road, Ocean and Air).
• Conduct and track key supplier performance, maintaining long-lasting relationships with existing suppliers.
• Execute and drive supplier sustainability projects and reports to support responsible sourcing.
• Define and execute sourcing plans in accordance with strategic sourcing methodology in launching RFQ and RFP process for direct and indirect procurement.
• Negotiate price, quantity, payment terms, warranties, and delivery schedules with suppliers.
• Work with legal counsel to ensure that all contracts relating to product procurement contain all details of the negotiation.
• Assess quotes and compile a detailed assessment of cost breakdowns generating quote comparisons and contributing to internal supplier selection based on the quotes.
• Provide solutions to improve and maintain vendor management resulting in the rationalisation and harmonisation of the supply base.
• Perform any other ad hoc duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Support XGP requirements and form central point for Africa XGP process.
• Manage GEP projects, contracts, and pricing.
• Develop systems and processes for procurement and associated trade compliance processes.

• Preferably an Instrumentation or Electronics Engineering diploma with Supply Chain / Business or related field.
• CIPS / APICS related qualification.
• Experience working with suppliers and conducting supplier evaluations will be an advantage.
• 5 years proven experience in international sourcing processes.
• 10 years solid experience in procurement and supplier relationship management (SRM).
• Experience in metrology business or instrumentation industry is required.
• Proficiency in SAP ERP including MRP and master data.
• A thorough understanding of sourcing methodologies.
• Sound time-management and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, knowledge in iScala will be an advantage.
• Possess continuous improvement mindset.
• A good team player with good analytical thinking, meticulous and follow-up skills.
• Initiative-taking and able to work independently under fast-paced environment.
• Able to work independently, must multitask under minimal supervision.

GEP is a diverse, creative team of people passionate about procurement. We invest ourselves entirely in our client’s success, creating strong collaborative relationships that deliver extraordinary value year after year. Our clients include market global leaders with far-flung international operations, Fortune 500 and Global 2000 enterprises, leading government and public institutions.

We deliver practical, effective services and software that enable procurement leaders to maximise their impact on business operations, strategy and financial performance. That’s just some of the things that we do in our quest to build a beautiful company, enjoy the journey and make a difference. GEP is a place where individuality is prized, and talent respected. We’re focused on what is real and effective. GEP is where good ideas and great people are recognized, results matter, and ability and hard work drive achievements. We’re a learning organization, actively looking for people to help shape, grow and continually improve us.

GEP is different. It’s a place where individuality is prized, and talent respected. We recognize people who make a genuine difference by rewarding them well. We’re a learning organization, actively looking for people to help shape, grow, and continually improve us.

Are you one of us?

GEP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability status, or any other characteristics protected by law. We are committed to hiring and valuing a global diverse work team.

For more information please visit us on GEP.com or check us out on LinkedIn.com.

GEP is proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V.

• Develop category specific requirements and scopes of work consistent with businessrequirements and client sourcing strategy.
• Conduct spends analytics and utilize analytical expertise to deliver a comprehensive total cost of ownership assisting the client business in delivering measurable cost savings.
• Initiate and structure efficient RFx’s, participate in supplier negotiations and support negotiationstrategies based on supplier proposals and spend analytics.
• Utilize your well-developed sourcing skills to manage supplier selection processes and provide data and recommendations to ensure informed business awards while developing contractual agreements in collaborationwith our client’s business and legal departments.
• Collaborate with Client Category Managers and/or SMEs on project strategy; determine sourcing approach and methodology to be applied based on the strategy.
• Lead and execute the GEP sourcing process from start to finish, e.g., spend data collection and analysis, supply market analysis and supplier discovery if needed. / Manage suppliers during the sourcing process, including conducting supplier orientation and training on the sourcing process then following up with suppliers on milestone activities.
• Perform in-depth analysis of proposals submitted, facilitate supplier evaluations, drawconclusions, prepare comprehensive summaries, and present to the client in a concise manner.

• Education: Minimum Bachelor's degree (or in progress) in Science, Business or Engineering or similar stream or a combination of relevant experience.
• Experience: 3 - 6 years previous work experience managing Strategic Sourcing is a must, procure to pay process, RFX auctions process and procurement process experience.
• Languages:Fluent in Spanish and English (spoken and written). Portuguese is a plus.

Other Skills:

• Intermediate to high financial and quantitative analysis skills

• Should possess strong sourcing skills, including sourcing methodology and process, e-Sourcing technology, RFX development, facilitation and management

• Auction development including parameters

• Supplier engagement

• Negotiation strategy development

• Team Management (Team of Analysts)

• Requires Low amount of guidance and direction

• Familiarity with various best practice sourcing approaches and techniques.

• Strong ability to handle client issues and escalations with sensitivity and diligence, eliminating a need for further escalation.
• Excellent project management skills including project planning, time management, multitasking and critical path definition.
• Strong customer service orientation including demonstrated communication during issue resolution and relationship management skills.
• Willingness to learn and master client specific processes, terminology, political environment, systems and unique requirements by various business groups.