296 Strategic Sourcing jobs in South Africa

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.

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

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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

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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.

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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
  
  

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• 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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Role: Establish and execute sourcing events (RFI, RFQ, RFPs) for the designated commodity, ensuring targeted savings are delivered and supply risks are mitigated. You configure and execute (e-)sourcing events and ensure a continuous supply of materials and services that meet the business operational need. You will manage a procurement spend of approx. R400m – R500m for Tiger Brands.

• Establish and execute sourcing events (RFI, RFQ, RFPs) for the designated commodity to deliver targeted savings and mitigate supply risks
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• Manage procurement spend of approx. R400m – R500m

• Service management skills – ability to manage various service providers and drive efficiency
• Pragmatism – ability to think conceptually while maintaining a cost-conscious and practical approach to using time and resources
• Self-management – attention to detail and strong ability to execute and follow-through

• 5+ years experience in strategic sourcing
• Experience in conducting complex RFP Processes

• Bachelor's or equivalent 3 year degree
• Diploma in Procurement

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To ensure the provision of world-class sourcing of merchandise and suppliers to support the merchandise strategy and eliminate unnecessary cost thereby delivering best value to delight our customers.

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Purchasing and Supply Chain
• Industries: Retail
• Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

We're Growing Our Team - Grain Sourcing Specialist Opportunity!

Are you passionate about agriculture and building strategic partnerships with commercial farming operations? We're looking for a dedicated Grain Sourcing Specialist to join our Procurement team and drive our maize sourcing strategy with established commercial farmers.

What You'll Do:

• Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with commercial farmers to ensure a consistent, quality supply.
• Implement direct-from-farm sourcing strategies and coordinate deliveries with commercial farming operations.
• Lead professional farmer meetings and implement engagement programs to increase the supply base.
• Analyse futures markets and support hedging activities with market insights.
• Ensure quality control and compliance across all commercial activities.
• Collaborate closely with our planning team to optimise inventory management.

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture.
• 3-5 years of grain (maize, wheat, etc) procurement experience.
• Hands-on grain farming knowledge of commercial farming practices.
• Understanding of commodity hedging fundamentals.
• Proven track record in managing commercial farmer relationships.
• Experience in logistics and transport coordination.
• Strong analytical skills and advanced Excel proficiency.
• Code 8 driver's licence.

This is an excellent opportunity to work at the intersection of commercial agriculture and strategic procurement, building valuable partnerships with established farming operations. If you're ready to advance your career in agricultural commodity sourcing, we'd love to hear from you!

AlcoNCP’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. If you do not hear from us within 30 days, please consider yourself unsuccessful. We wish you all the best in your future endeavours.