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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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Job Description :

Strategic Sourcing Specialist - Mars Food Cape Town South Africa

We are seeking a dedicated Procurement Specialist to manage the procurement of assigned raw material categories for the Mars Food Cape Town site. This pivotal role is responsible for leveraging supplier capabilities to advance the regional and global Food strategic agenda.

The successful candidate will lead the development and implementation of sourcing strategies at the CAP site focusing on transforming current practices simplifying portfolios and enhancing value through quality productivity innovation and sustainability.

As the Mars spokesperson to suppliers the Procurement Specialist will apply best practices in supplier management and collaborate closely with Operations and Supply Chain teams to ensure timely and complete delivery of materials. This role reports directly to the CAP site Commercial Manager.

What are we looking for

Bachelors degree or equivalent with a focus on business supply chain procurement engineering or operations (preferred).

Minimum of 3 years of practical experience in strategic sourcing (procurement) is required.

Proven category management experience in procurement is essential.

Strong knowledge of manufacturing and operational processes.

Effective relationship management skills both internally and externally.

Ability to learn and adapt to changing market conditions and business dynamics.

Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams collaborating effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.

Working experience in FMCG / Food is an advantage

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Strong analytical and project management skills

What would be your key responsibilities

Category Expertise : Analyze category spend cost drivers market trends and supplier base to develop the most suitable sourcing strategy for packaging materials. Determine whether a regional or global strategy is appropriate. Build industry knowledge to develop cost models and execute core category strategies that enhance year-over-year productivity and improve total cost of ownership (TCO).

Strategy Development : Lead cross-functional teams to develop and execute category strategies using the Mars Strategic Sourcing Methodology (MSSM).

Supplier Relationship Management : Manage relationships with current and potential suppliers. Perform supplier segmentation and evaluate them based on quality service and value leadership performance. Conduct business reviews and Top to Top meetings as needed.

Value Leadership : Identify and drive cost-saving initiatives to achieve over 5% year-over-year productivity delivery.

Knowledge Management : Participate in external benchmarking and industry forums to gain market intelligence. Provide category input and price risk management to Cape Town site operating plans ensuring compliance with procedures policies systems and controls.

Simplification : Collect and analyze data to identify opportunities to reduce complexity rationalize specifications and optimize the supplier base.

Stakeholder Management : Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align supplier strategies and timelines with business objectives. Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in local and global forums.

Negotiation Tendering & Contract Management : Develop commercial models conduct tenders and negotiate complex deals. Manage price supply service legal and intellectual property risks in line with business priorities.

Risk Management & Supply Security : Forecast price volatility and define strategies to protect the business against risks.

Transformation : Actively participate in the Global Commercial team to identify and share best practices across regions and segments. Drive change management and adoption of new ways of working.

Sustainability : Collaborate with teams and suppliers to meet Mars Sustainability targets aiming for 100% reusable recyclable or compostable packaging by 2025 using at least 30% recycled content and reducing virgin plastic use by 25%.

What can you expect from Mars

Work with over 13000 diverse and talented Associates all guided by the Five Principles.

Join a purpose driven company where were striving to build the world we want tomorrow today.

Best-in-class learning and development support from day one including access to our in-house Mars University.

An industry competitive salary and benefits package including company bonus.

Required Experience :

Unclear Seniority

Key Skills

Finance Control,Finance,ABAP,Body Care,Business Analytics,Avionics

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

• Define own work plan and deliverables, with guidance from the Category Lead.
• Source operations-related goods and services in adherence to the companys Procurement Policy and relevant legislation, including the Broad-based Black Economic Empowerment Act 53 of 2003.
• Source operations-related goods and services, including but not limited to, market research, the preparation of requests for tender/proposal/quotation/information, the evaluation of bids, commercial negotiations, recommendations for supplier awarding, as well as the preparation and presentation of submissions to relevant committees.
• Manage the entire value chain of requisitioning, including the contracting cycle.
• Collate and analyse spend data for the execution of operations category management initiatives and the provision of management information.
• Keep abreast of developments in procurement to ensure the company applies best practices.
• Keep abreast of technological advancements and their effect on the costs of the goods and services to be procured.
• Perform spend analyses and formulate category strategies that will lead to benefits (cost reduction or cost avoidance) without causing supply risks.
• Ensure that the contracts between the company and suppliers are commercially sound.

• A minimum of a bachelors degree in commerce or supply chain management, or an equivalent qualification; and
• A minimum of five to eight years experience in a procurement or supply chain management environment, of which two to three of those years are related to strategic/complex sourcing.

• Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply certification.

Requisition ID12920 -Posted -Finance:Procurement -Procurement -GP - Auckland Park

REPORTING LINE : HEAD SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT

POSITION ID : 60017768

READVERTISEMENT

CLOSING DATE : 28 AUGUST 2025

Reporting to Head SCM: To ensure that SCM Strategic Management activities are executed through strategic sourcing principles to elevate organisational SCM maturity. To consistently deliver projects within scope, cost, quality and performance. To ensure delivery of process transformation, technology improvement initiatives for a more strengthened SCM department. To drive cost savings and efficiencies in the procurement processes. To drive a culture of high performance and ethical conduct.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT STRATEGIC SOURCING STRATEGY

· Develop an annual procurement / demand plan

· Develop and implement sourcing strategies

· Determine and develop appropriate sources of supply for specific spend categories

· Build and maintain relationships with strategic suppliers

· Develop and maintain a knowledge management hub category trends , technologies for continuous improvement

· Ability analyse and reduce TCO and life cycle cost

· Increase the value year on year of materials/services sourced and understand the benchmark global commodity cost

· Ensure that commodity strategies are communicated, executed and updated

· Ensure that strategic sourcing methods and principles are integrated, aligned and implemented to mobilize efficiencies and reduced procurement costs

· Drive technology optimisation

· Review and report on the achievement of business units objectives.

· Execute Continuous Improvement projects to support SCM business goals and objectives

· Drive a superior performance culture , a strong customer centric and stakeholder management culture

· Provide support and input in the development and implementation of the overall SCM strategy

· Provide input into the review of the SCM operating model.

· Drive the implementation of the SCM Technology Strategy

BUSINESS OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY

· Continuously improve commodity and sourcing strategies and methods(RFX)

· Manage the sourcing of deals, contract, delivery and quality for a complete procurement cycle.

· Work with other members of the Operations Leadership team to develop and implement initiatives to reduce transaction costs, consolidate volume and create efficiency.

· Ensuring that costs saving benefits are realized through rigorous negotiations.

· Directly contribute to the Procurement cost savings goals

· Ensures on time delivery of Procurement projects

· Drive Operational and service delivery efficiencies

· Reviews and negotiates supplier contracts, sub-contractor agreements and other terms and conditions.

· Ensure optimal integration of functions and strategies in order to achieve the business unit objectives.

· Solve complex problems in which analysis of data or situations require in-depth evaluation.

· Ensure adherence to SCM policies, procedures, standards and governance applicable to the management of the Department’s portfolio of commodities.

· Provide accurate and timely functional performance reporting

· Drive innovation in managing cost and revenue improvements

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

· Implement organisational guidelines on optimal fund distribution/ allocation in accordance with SABC budget constraints and strategic/ operational requirements.

• Manage the Business Unit operating budget in such a manner as to encourage cost containment

GOVERNANCE, RISK AND COMPLIANCE

• Implement Risk Management Plan in line with organizational Risk Framework (COSO Model):
• Governance and Strategy
• Formulate Internal Control
• Communications
• Monitoring and Evaluation
• Monitor and report on the operational and compliance risk pertaining to strategic and tactical sourcing.
• Develop and implement systems policies and procedures for the operations of procurement activities
• Implement internal control measures to ensure good governance and adherence to the mandates and prescribed regulations and policies.
• Address Internal and External Audits and address gaps identified in the control environment through the execution of mitigation strategies.
• Check all business plans in the context of compliance to DAF and procedures.
• Monitor compliance in line with OHS Act.
• Prevent the incurrence of fruitless, wasteful and irregular expenditure.
  

STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT

• Creating value in each customer interaction and focusing on the total customer experience.
• Liaise with external and internal stakeholders, in order to ensure optimal deliver of strategic sourcing requirements and cost saving benefits.

6. LEADERSHIP AND PEOPLE MANAGEMENT

• Effective implementation of Performance Management System in accordance with organizational policy and procedures.
• Ensure adequate staffing for workload, succession planning and effective leadership.
• Effective briefing and communication with subordinates
• Implement Career Development Plans (CDP) for all subordinates.
• Build and develop skill capabilities within strategic and tactical Sourcing and to facilitate change management and coaching the staff member in adapting to news ways of working.
• Provide direction on the retention and attraction of staff.

INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Financial, Procurement/Supply Chain Management or equivalent qualification.
• Post Graduate Degree in Business, Financial, Procurement/Supply Chain Management or equivalent qualification recommended

EXPERIENCE

• 8 years’ experience in Procurement/ Supply Chain Management of which 4 years should be on Management Level.

KNOWLEDGE

• Business planning and complexity theory
• Budget management and forward scenario planning
• PFMA and relevant national treasury regulations
• BBBEE and PPPFA
• Principles and practice of effective procurement and financial awareness
• Tender process administration and guidelines
• Developing tender/contracts and request for proposal documents
• Strategic management.
• Management information systems.
• Scenario planning and Trend analysis.
• Understanding of the different role players within the broadcasting.
• Project management.
• Understanding of applicable legislative frameworks and regulations.

Business Segment: Business & Commercial Banking

Location: ZA, GP, Johannesburg, Baker Street 33

To source and analyse data as input into broader Wholesale Finance business requirements.

• Sources the relevant and appropriate data in alignment with business requirements.
• Assists with IT data and reporting related requirements. Liaises with IT to inform data and reporting development requirements for Wholesale Finance.
• Provides input into automation, standardization and re-usability of all data extraction and provision.
• Sources Wholesale Finance data as input into consolidated reporting.
• Extracts and validates data quality and ensures that it meets business requirements.
• Provides input into the digitisation of Wholesale Finance data and reporting processes.
• Applies quantitative methods to analyse, synthesize and interpret information from multiple data sources.
• Understands the Wholesale Finance data value chain (from acquisition, credit applications through to collections) in order to identify data gaps.
• Provides input into the Wholesale Finance meta-data library to ensure consistency of data use and understanding.

Qualification: Degree or related in Information Technology, Mathematical Sciences

Business Solutions
Business & Commercial Banking
3-4 years
Experience in business analysis and reporting. Experience in report building and MIS analysis. Exposure to data warehousing and extraction. Experience in matching business requirements into appropriate data and reporting.

Business Segment: Personal & Private Banking

Location: ZA, GP, Johannesburg, 5 Simmonds Street

To manage cash distribution vendor relationships and performance for efficient and effective service delivery within the bank’s risk appetite. Responsible for defining material outsourcing business requirements as input into vendor outsourcing, establishing and leading cross functional vendor sourcing teams, vendor contracting, vendor billing and payments processing, vendor performance management, vendor strategic alignment, third party risk management and asset lifecycle management.

Qualifications

Type of Qualification: First Degree
Field of Study: Information Technology/Engineering

Experience Required
Delivery Enablement
Technology
5-7 years
Experience in cash services products and processing. Business, Finance and People Management experience is a critical requirement for this role.

5-7 years
• Leading cross functional vendor sourcing teams including defining technical and non-technical requirements, evaluations, selection, contracting, performance, and relationship management • Experience in financial budgets, cost management, vendor invoice processing and ability to read, understand and interpret income statements and balance sheets. • Cash value chain equipment maintenance management experience.

5-7 years
Proven experience in production, with particular experience in service industry and/or fast moving consumer goods. Experience within a customer facing environment, with management across geographic boundaries essential. Experience in managing multiple client interfaces and dealing with variable issues.

Additional Information

• Adopting Practical Approaches
• Challenging Ideas
• Checking Things
• Developing Expertise
• Developing Strategies
• Examining Information
• Generating Ideas
• Interacting with People
• Making Decisions
• Producing Output
• Pursuing Goals
• Resolving Conflict
• Showing Composure
• Taking Action
• Team Working
• Thinking Positively
• Banking Process & Procedures
• Coaching and Mentoring
• Deal Negotiation
• Product Related Systems (Business Banking)

Please note: All our recruitment processes comply with the applicable local laws and regulations. We will never ask for money or any from of payment as part of our recruitment process. If you experience this, please contact our Fraud line on +27 800222050 or

Note: By applying to this position your application is automatically submitted to the following locations: Cape Town, ZA

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.

2U is committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodations, please reach out to us at: .

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

edX is the education movement for restless learners and a leading global online learning platform from 2U. Together with the majority of the world’s top-ranked universities and industry-leading companies, we bring our community of over 45 million learners world-class education to support them at every stage of their lives and careers, from free courses to full degrees. And we're not stopping there — we're relentlessly pursuing our vision of a world where every learner can access education to unlock their potential, without the barriers of cost or location. Learn more at edX.org.

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.

2U is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against applicants or employees and ensures equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship, military or veterans’ status, or any other classifications protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. 2U’s equal opportunity policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, job benefits and pay.

2U is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from South African citizens who are members of designated groups who may contribute to Employment Equity within the workplace and the further diversification of ideas. In this regard, the relevant laws and principles associated with Employment Equity will be considered when appointing potential candidates. We are required by law to verify your ability to work lawfully in South Africa. 2U requires that you submit a copy of either your identity document or your passport and any applicable work permit if you are a foreign national, along with an updated curriculum vitae.

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.

2U is committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodations, please reach out to us at: .

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

edX is the education movement for restless learners and a leading global online learning platform from 2U. Together with the majority of the world’s top-ranked universities and industry-leading companies, we bring our community of over 45 million learners world-class education to support them at every stage of their lives and careers, from free courses to full degrees. And we're not stopping there — we're relentlessly pursuing our vision of a world where every learner can access education to unlock their potential, without the barriers of cost or location. Learn more at edX.org.

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.

2U is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against applicants or employees and ensures equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship, military or veterans’ status, or any other classifications protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. 2U’s equal opportunity policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, job benefits and pay.

2U is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from South African citizens who are members of designated groups who may contribute to Employment Equity within the workplace and the further diversification of ideas. In this regard, the relevant laws and principles associated with Employment Equity will be considered when appointing potential candidates. We are required by law to verify your ability to work lawfully in South Africa. 2U requires that you submit a copy of either your identity document or your passport and any applicable work permit if you are a foreign national, along with an updated curriculum vitae.

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