269 Procurement Director jobs in South Africa

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At 2U, we are all in on purpose. We are motivated by our mission – to eliminate the back row in education – and connected by our shared passion to deliver world-class digital education at scale. As the parent company of edX, the world’s leading online learning platform, 2U powers more than 4,000 online higher education offerings – from free courses to full degrees. Together with more than 230 colleges, universities, and corporate partners, we are helping to unlock human potential.

What We’re Looking For:

The Vendor Management Lead will lead operational and administrative support to 2U’s IT vendor management function, ensuring smooth execution of vendor processes, accurate tracking of performance and contractual obligations, and effective coordination across IT, procurement, finance, and legal teams.

This role requires strong organizational and analytical skills, attention to detail, and a working knowledge of vendor lifecycle processes. The ideal candidate brings experience supporting vendor, procurement, or IT contract operations in a structured environment, and is comfortable managing documentation, tracking SLAs, and communicating with both internal stakeholders and external partners.

Reporting to the Director, Cybersecurity GRC, this individual will contribute directly to the maturity of 2U’s vendor governance practices, support compliance and audit readiness, and help streamline operational processes across the vendor lifecycle.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:

• Assist in maintaining accurate records of vendor agreements, renewal dates, and key contract terms
• Track contract milestones and help ensure timely execution of renewals and reviews
• Manage vendor onboarding and offboarding tasks in collaboration with procurement, legal, and IT teams
• Meet with vendors regularly and create a support and incident management process and contact points with vendors
• Identify and reduce duplication of capabilities
• Single point of contact for receiving and managing invoices and coordination to a timely payment from 2U
• Maintain a complete and up to date inventory of all our contracts with vendors
• Ability to negotiate complex technology products and services contracts Optimize vendor spending by monitoring user usage and licensing

• Collect, consolidate, and maintain SLA/KPI data for monthly and quarterly reporting
• Help prepare materials for vendor performance reviews and internal compliance assessments
• Support documentation efforts to meet audit and regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO 27001, SOC 2)

• Manage scheduling and logistics for vendor meetings, including QBRs and risk reviews
• Maintain shared documentation and vendor folders in accordance with internal standards
• Assist in the preparation of scorecards, summaries, and follow-up items after vendor meetings

• Serve as a point of contact for day-to-day vendor queries and basic issue tracking
• Route questions or escalations to the appropriate internal stakeholders or the Vendor Management Lead
• Support communication of vendor-related updates, such as changes to contact info, SLAs, or service details

• Maintain and update internal documentation for vendor management processes, tools, and templates
• Identify and suggest improvements to workflows related to contract tracking, reporting, and lifecycle management
• Support adoption of internal systems and tools used to manage vendor data and workflows

Things That Should Be In Your Background:

• 4-5 years of experience in vendor management, IT administration, procurement operations, or business support within a technology-driven environment
• Working knowledge of vendor management or contract administration processes
• Experience supporting contract tracking, vendor onboarding, and document management
• Exposure to compliance programs or audit support activities (e.g., SOC 2, ISO 27001)
• Proficiency in using spreadsheets and collaboration tools (e.g., Google Sheets, Excel, Confluence, or SharePoint)
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to organize, track, and maintain accurate vendor-related records
• Clear and professional communication skills, with comfort interacting with internal stakeholders and external vendors
• Ability to manage multiple administrative tasks, meet deadlines, and escalate issues appropriately

Other Attributes That Will Help You In This Role:

• Familiarity with frameworks such as ISO 27001 or ITIL is a plus

Benefits & Culture

Our global employee base is a diverse collection of innovators, dreamers, and doers working together to transform lives through higher education. We believe that every employee can advance our shared purpose, and that life at 2U should be fun and meaningful. If you’re excited by the opportunity to provide over 40 million learners and counting with access to world-class online higher education, then join us – and do work that makes a difference. #NoBackRow

We offer comprehensive benefits (unique per country) and excellent work/life balance.
Full-time, ZA benefits include:

• 2 complimentary Getsmarter short courses per year
• Subsidised medical aid with Discovery Health Medical Scheme
• 4% 2U contribution towards Discovery Life Pension Fund and Group Risk Benefit
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous leave policy including time off to volunteer for non-profit organization, study leave, sports leave and a company-wide festive season break

2U Diversity and Inclusion Statement

At 2U, we are committed to building and sustaining a culture of belonging, respect, and inclusion. We are proud of the steps we’ve taken to bring together an employee base that embodies diverse walks of life, ideas, genders, ages, races, cultures, sexual orientations, abilities and other unique qualities. We strive to offer a workplace where every employee feels empowered by what makes us different, as well as by how we are alike.

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About 2U

For more than a decade, 2U has been the digital transformation partner of choice to great non-profit colleges and universities delivering high-quality online education at scale. As the parent company of edX, a leading global online learning platform, 2U provides over 45 million learners with access to world-class education in partnership with more than 230 colleges, universities, and corporations. Our people and technology are powering more than 4,000 digital education offerings — from free courses to full degrees — and helping unlock human potential. To learn more: visit 2U.com.

About edX

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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

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Listing reference: track_

Listing status: Under Review

Apply by: 8 October 2024

Job category: Stock Control

Location: Randburg

Contract: Permanent

EE position: Yes

Tracker is seeking the services of a Purchasing and Asset Management Coordinator within the IT department; the incumbent will be responsible to execute IT purchasing and IT asset management responsibilities on behalf of the IT Infrastructure department.

• Responsible for the purchasing of all IT Equipment for Tracker Connect.
• Ensure that Tracker procurement policies and procedures are adhered to.
• Gathering of supplier documentation for procurement to register the supplier.
• Maintain detailed records of all purchasing requests.
• Ensure that all purchasing requests are authorised by the relevant business unit budget owner.
• Maintain relationships with preferred suppliers.
• Sourcing of quotations as per the Tracker procurement policy and creation of PO’s.
• Ensure suppliers submit invoices and payments are done on time to avoid service disruption for non-payment.
• Assist finance with reconciling Technology supplier accounts as required.
• Review department cost centre financials for accuracy and report or address mispostings.
• Ensure that all equipment to be returned from users is captured on the asset management tool.
• Maintain and manage a warranty repair register indicating all Tracker owned equipment currently with suppliers for warranty repair.
• Maintain and manage an off-site repair register indicating all Tracker owned equipment currently with suppliers for out of warranty repair.
• Ensure in collaboration with finance that new assets purchased by Technology on behalf of Tracker are assigned to the correct business unit.
• Maintain a library of Tracker owned and licensed software.
• Maintain and manage a process for issuing and returning software to and from the Tracker software library.
• Maintain and manage a register of the software licenses owned by Tracker and the equipment that the software is installed on.
• Take part in the departmental monthly budget review with Finance.
• Work with department PA’s and regions to execute on Technology consumable requests from the business.
• Manage the asset disposal process in line with Tracker asset disposal policies and procedures.
• Manage the storage, purchasing and issuing of any spares held in stock, including routine stock takes.
• Manage the department asset register and notify finance of changes as required.
• Manage the issuing of equipment to department staff and ensuring that issued equipment is returned on employment termination.
• Manage the Fire sale of old IT equipment and update the asset management tool accordingly.
• Keep the asset management data updated with accurate asset details including the purchase price.

• Senior Certificate (Matric Certificate or similar qualification).
• Minimum 2 years' experience working in a financial (procurement/creditors) environment.
• Computer Literate (Ms Office and Outlook).
• Fixed Assets management and Inventory management experience an advantage.
• Experience with Willow system, Firebird, Accounts Payable and Fixed Assets modules an advantage.
• Experience in designing and implementing processes an advantage.
• Customer Service Orientation.
• Logical Thinking and Judgment Ability.
• Relationship Building Skills.
• Good Communication Skills.

Overview

Job title: Strategic Sourcing Specialist Facilities Management

Job Location: Gauteng, Johannesburg

Deadline: September 06, 2025

• The primary objective of this role is to ensure efficient, effective, and uniform processes for the procurement of Information, Communication and Technology products and services within BankservAfrica. To establish a sustainable and systematic approach to strategic procurement, while overseeing the procurement cycle. Plan, direct and coordinate the purchase of products and services as well as proactively support BankservAfrica to drive ongoing standardization.
• To provide advice and support in the development and implementation of procurement planning and associated service delivery processes, methods, and techniques, enabling the procurement of products and or services in the CIO Department.

• Business Owners in Facilities Management and Facilities Management Head
• Facility Landlord where applicable
• Project teams
• Human Capital
• Procurement
• Finance
• Legal, Risk and Compliance
• Suppliers
• Shareholders
• Executive Team

• Develop commodity strategies, category plans and commercial solutions aligned to "best in class" business drivers for delivering specific components thereof.
• Develop a fact-base to understand market analytics and category dynamics, including Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) models, comparative analysis, spend analysis, trend analysis, risk analysis, benchmarking, etc.
• Develop comprehensive business cases to support strategies for approval by senior stakeholders such as Head of Procurement and Facilities Management.
• Work with identified business areas to embed and ensure compliance to the Group Procurement Policies. Assist Business Managers and/or Business Unit Heads in delivering commercial and contractual elements through commercial negotiations, leading to awarding contracts.
• Ensure all financial, risk, strategic and commercial considerations are optimised using due diligence checks, best in class strategies and general market knowledge.
• Identify opportunities to achieve sustainable savings and deliver benefits against targets through cost reduction, cost avoidance and revenue generation; introduce Value Add and Value Engineering (VAVE) initiatives.
• Report on performance against targets for benefits realization by extracting data through management information (MI).
• Devise methods to optimize processes and eradicate waste to drive value throughout the supply chain; introduce innovation through mutual relationships with internal customers and third-party suppliers.
• Delivery of effective contract management including service delivery management, transactional integrity, and ensuring contracts are loaded onto the procurement platform (SAGE) prior to benefit sign-off.
• Support the organisation in achieving its strategic objectives by managing stakeholder expectations and maintaining positive relationships across internal and external partners.
• Governance and Compliance: adhere to governance and compliance requirements from company and statutory perspectives; complete training and maintain monthly reporting with allocated business units.

• BCom degree or equivalent certification related to Procurement, Supply Chain or Purchasing and Supply
• 7-10 years in a Sourcing environment with focus on Facilities Management categories: Hard Services, Soft Services, Outsourced Services
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) and related services
• Proven track record in Category Management, Strategic Sourcing, Contract Management and Supplier Relationship Management; strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• CIPS qualification
• Experience in the financial services industry
• Local and international facilities management sourcing, contract and supplier management experience

• 7-10 years’ relevant experience in the Services Financial Services Sector
• 5-7 years’ financial services experience

• Ability to provide advice in procurement planning and service delivery processes for Hard Services, Soft Services, Outsourced Services, OHS, ESG, and related landlord services
• Experience managing complex sourcing events for facilities management categories
• Detailed knowledge of Facilities Management services and supplier contracts
• Knowledge of IT strategies and industry trends
• Planning, scheduling, and project/deal control
• Experience handling large Facilities Management procurement deals
• Stakeholder management, effective communication, and customer-focused mindset
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Store Keeping / Procurement experience

Overview

Join to apply for the Supply Chain Manager role at Tsebo Solutions Group . Are you a seasoned supply chain professional ready to lead national operations with precision and innovation? This is your opportunity to drive strategic logistics, optimise warehouse performance, and lead a high-impact team in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. If you're passionate about efficiency, technology, and leadership, we want to hear from you.

As our Supply Chain Manager, you’ll take full ownership of inbound and outbound logistics, warehouse operations, and fleet management across South Africa. You’ll use D365 systems to streamline processes, reduce costs, and elevate service delivery.

As a leading African Integrated Workplace Management Solutions Provider, Tsebo Solutions Group offers clients reduced costs, risk and complexities together with increased quality, efficiency and productivity . We specialise in Catering , Facilities Management , Cleaning and Hygiene , Pest Control , Protection , Energy , Procurement , Workspace Design , Engineering, Remote Camps , and more. Developing our people - the heart of Tsebo - is the foundation of our purpose. DOWNLOAD OUR ONE-PAGER to find out more about who we are in a nutshell.

• Take full ownership of inbound and outbound logistics, warehouse operations, and fleet management across South Africa.
• Use D365 systems to streamline processes, reduce costs, and elevate service delivery.

As a leading African Integrated Workplace Management Solutions Provider, Tsebo Solutions Group offers clients reduced costs, risk and complexities together with increased quality, efficiency and productivity. We specialise in Catering, Facilities Management, Cleaning and Hygiene, Pest Control, Protection, Energy, Procurement, Workspace Design, Engineering, Remote Camps, and more. Developing our people - the heart of Tsebo - is the foundation of our purpose.

Qualifications are not explicitly listed in the provided excerpt.

Notice for a Permanent Position

SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER

Closing date : 28 May 2025

A Supply Chain Manager position has become available to support business strategies and objectives.

Develop and implement a supply chain strategy aligned with business strategy and objectives. Strategically source raw materials consumables and services for Rocbolt Technologies. Optimize inventory including Demand Driven MRP and related systems development. Manage materials warehouses and storemen.

• Relevant 3-year university degree or diploma; CIPS qualification is an advantage.
• Previous experience managing procurement warehousing and logistics.
• Experience managing value chain total cost of ownership.
• Computer literacy is essential.
• Proven ability to utilize and develop computerized spreadsheets and word processing applications.
• Strong communication skills in English both written and verbal.
• Proven leadership and organizational skills.
• Ability to identify non-conformances and opportunities for improvement.
• Strong data analysis skills.
• Ability to work well in a team.
• Practical experience and knowledge of ERP software with expertise in procurement and inventory management modules.
• Accounting knowledge is an advantage.
• Own transportation arrangement.

• Integrate procurement and warehouse management into the supply chain.
• Develop sourcing practices to align with group best practices.
• Leverage intercompany sourcing where possible.
• Analyse the value chain to apply the lowest cost sourcing of raw materials considering lead times stockholding and supply chain risk.
• Continuously evaluate insourcing / importing of products and components.
• Develop and maintain supplier / customer relationships with critical suppliers.
• Procure for the best price quality and service policy.
• Build relationships with new promising suppliers that could lead to critical cost savings or process changes.
• Test current prices against market prices and report findings to relevant parties.
• Source raw materials consumables and imported materials.
• Procure and source all customer buyouts from internal sales orders sent from the sales department.
• Maintain and record transactional data on Microsoft Dynamics NAV to reflect goods transactions on the system.
• Use MRP to inform sourcing of raw material orders and forecasts to suppliers.
• Engage in global sourcing and importing for selected departments based on requirements from line managers including production raw material and goods.
• Assist with clearing shipments and capture imported goods with new costing arranged by the finance department.
• Optimize inventory to support the business objective of reducing net working capital.
• Ensure competent team members reliable systems and adequate planning organizing monitoring and control in inventory management.
• Develop and improve warehousing disciplines and stock control systems.
• Efficiently manage control to prevent stock losses stock-outs and ensure continuity of supply to meet customer demand.
• Analyse and report inventory information.
• Manage daily and weekly stock control.
• Arrange delivery dates with suppliers to prevent overstock and no-stock situations.
• Ensure all items are safely handled stored in the correct warehouses and hazardous stores are well maintained.
• Oversee and coordinate quarterly stock taking as required submitting results and details to the finance department.
• Investigate discrepancies on stock sheets from the finance department and report findings.
• Manage annual stock count during the financial year-end with auditors.

Interested candidates who meet the above criteria may apply by sending their CV Matric Certificate and copies of other qualifications to 11 June 2025

Manager

• Inventory Control
• Procurement
• SAP
• Supply Chain Experience
• SAP Supply Chain Management
• Production Planning
• Supplier Management
• ERP Systems
• Materials Management
• Logistics
• Manufacturing
• MRP

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Are you a strategic Supply Chain professional ready to take ownership of end-to-end procurement materials flow and vendor management Our international client has a vacancy thats right for you!

Key Responsibilities :

Purchasing & Vendor Management

Manage full-cycle purchasing for stock and non-stock items

Vendor selection negotiation and performance management

Maintain and update SAP vendor databases

Oversee supplier contracts and drive BEE procurement initiatives

Stores & Despatch Oversight

Lead stores and despatch operations across the business

Maintain optimal stock levels aligned to working capital targets

Implement and audit robust stock control and documentation processes

Manage courier contracts and local transport negotiations

Materials Planning (MRP)

Leverage SAP for inventory and MRP planning

Optimize stock holding policies and bin location setups

Address slow / obsolete stock issues and drive corrective action

Align regional warehouses with business requirements

Shipping Clearing & Logistics

Manage import / export logistics documentation and shipping configurations

Oversee relationships and SLAs with freight and clearing partners

Ensure accurate costings and alignment with product cost estimates

Reporting & Analytics

Present regular reports covering stock obsolescence service levels inventory counts and cost impacts

Track interbranch goods ABC analysis and customer-centric KPIs

What You Need to Succeed :

Minimum 3 years experience in Materials Management Supply Chain or Logistics

Relevant B-Degree in Supply Chain Logistics Warehousing or Materials Management

Basic SAP knowledge and strong Excel / MS Office proficiency

Excellent communication and analytical skills

Highly numerate confidential reliable and thrives under pressure

Strategic thinker with a proactive self-driven mindset

Key Skills

Inventory Control,Procurement,SAP,Supply Chain Experience,SAP Supply Chain Management,Production Planning,Supplier Management,ERP Systems,Materials Management,Logistics,Manufacturing,MRP

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1