4 Vendor Management jobs in South Africa

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

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

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Role Summary

Our client is seeking a strategic, relentless, and results-driven Vendor Management & Operations Manager to own and overhaul supplier relationships, component sourcing, and procurement strategy. This leader will critically evaluate all current vendor pricing, negotiate new terms, and identify lower-cost alternatives with equal or better quality. Beyond strategic sourcing, this role owns the end-to-end purchasing workflow for both new machine builds and spare parts orders, managing cost, lead time, and delivery readiness across the entire supply chain.

Vendor Management & Operations Manager

Location: Remote

Reports To: VP of Operations & Service

Role Summary

Our client is seeking a strategic, relentless, and results-driven Vendor Management & Operations Manager to own and overhaul supplier relationships, component sourcing, and procurement strategy. This leader will critically evaluate all current vendor pricing, negotiate new terms, and identify lower-cost alternatives with equal or better quality. Beyond strategic sourcing, this role owns the end-to-end purchasing workflow for both new machine builds and spare parts orders, managing cost, lead time, and delivery readiness across the entire supply chain.

You will work cross-functionally with Customer Success (Spare Parts), Engineering, Inventory Ops, and Shipping teams to ensure every purchase supports build timelines, service responsiveness, and margin goals. You will also lead purchasing operations within Fishbowl, the MRP system, and maintain part availability visibility across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Cost Reduction & Vendor Strategy

• Audit and benchmark all current vendors and component pricing, identifying opportunities for cost reduction without sacrificing quality or lead time.
• Aggressively negotiate better terms, discounts, and MOQ requirements with existing suppliers.
• Source new vendors (domestic and international) capable of supplying parts to our client’s technical specifications and quality standards at reduced cost.
• Issue Vendor RFPs and evaluate vendor proposals, samples, and production capabilities before onboarding.
• Own the entire purchasing lifecycle from PO issuance to delivery using Fishbowl MRP — this includes new machinery builds, spare parts restocking, and one-off project needs.
• Create and manage reorder points, minimum stock levels, and lead time buffers for critical components based on production forecasts.
• Ensure all parts are delivered on time, in full (OTIF) — escalating or resolving late/missing deliveries before they impact operations.
• Maintain detailed vendor profiles including negotiated pricing, lead times, quality history, and SLA adherence.
• Collaborate with the Customer Success Manager (Spare Parts) to ensure fast, cost-effective fulfillment of customer parts orders.
• Coordinate with the On-Site Inventory Ops Manager to plan parts pulls for staging new machine builds.
• Liaise with the Shipping & Receiving Manager to ensure seamless inbound tracking, inspection, and handoff of purchased components.
• Create and manage vendor scorecards that assess cost competitiveness, defect rate, lead time adherence, and responsiveness.
• Drive KPIs such as cost savings, average lead time, on-time delivery rate, and inventory turnover.
• Report monthly on procurement health, vendor risks, and opportunities for strategic consolidation or supplier switching.
  
  

• 5+ years of experience in vendor management, procurement, or supply chain roles, preferably in industrial manufacturing or machinery sectors
• Proven track record of successful cost negotiations and supplier transitions
• Expertise with Fishbowl MRP or similar manufacturing ERP/MRP software
• Deep understanding of component lifecycle, MOQ, lead time structures, and logistics constraints
• Experience managing multiple vendors across geographies (domestic + international sourcing)
• Excellent spreadsheet and data analysis skills (Excel, Google Sheets, procurement dashboards)
• Background in mechanical components, automation systems, or electrical assemblies
• Experience sourcing globally from manufacturing hub countries
• Familiarity with freight negotiation and customs processes
• Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma experience is a plus

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Management and Manufacturing
• Industries Staffing and Recruiting

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