3 Vendor Relations jobs in South Africa

Overview

Make an impact with NTT DATA Join a company that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are renowned for our technical excellence and leading innovations, and for making a difference to our clients and society. Our workplace embraces diversity and inclusion – it’s a place where you can grow, belong and thrive.

Your day at NTT DATA

The Senior Supplier Development Management Specialist will be responsible for managing and developing NTT DATA’s supplier ecosystem to support business delivery. This role will ensure alignment with South Africa’s national transformation objectives, drive governance and compliance, and optimize supplier capabilities to match business opportunities.

Strategic Supplier Management

• Develop and implement a supplier development strategy aligned with the company’s transformation and growth objectives.
• Identify, onboard, and nurture QSE and SME suppliers to become effective delivery partners.
• Align supplier capabilities with business delivery needs through skills mapping and capability assessments.

Governance & Compliance

• Establish and maintain governance frameworks to ensure supplier compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Implement controls to manage risk, ensure ethical practices, and uphold contractual obligations.

Opportunity Matching & Enablement

• Match suppliers to relevant business opportunities based on capability, capacity, and strategic fit.
• Collaborate with sales and delivery teams to integrate suppliers into deal structures and execution plans.

Contracting & Commercial Frameworks

• Develop and manage standardized contracting frameworks for supplier engagements.
• Ensure fair, transparent, and commercially sound agreements that support mutual growth.

Transformation & National Objectives

• Drive initiatives that support South Africa’s transformation agenda, including B-BBEE compliance and enterprise development.
• Monitor and report on supplier contributions to transformation targets.

Performance Management

• Establish KPIs and performance metrics for supplier engagements.
• Conduct regular evaluations and feedback sessions to drive continuous improvement.
• Address underperformance and support capability upliftment where needed.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in supplier development, procurement, or strategic partnerships.
• Strong understanding of South African transformation policies
• Experience in managing QSE/SME suppliers within a corporate or consulting environment.

Skills & Competencies

• Strategic thinking, Ethical business acumen.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management.
• Excellent negotiation and contracting skills.
• Analytical mindset with ability to assess supplier capabilities.
• Knowledge of governance, compliance, and risk management.
• Passion for transformation and inclusive growth.

Workplace type

Hybrid Working

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30+ billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long-term success. We invest over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure, and connectivity. We are also one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group and headquartered in Tokyo.

Equal Opportunity Employer

NTT DATA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category. Join our growing global team and accelerate your career with us. Apply today.

Third parties fraudulently posing as NTT DATA recruiters

NTT DATA recruiters will never ask job seekers or candidates for payment or banking information during the recruitment process, for any reason. Please remain vigilant of third parties who may attempt to impersonate NTT DATA recruiters—whether in writing or by phone—in order to deceptively obtain personal data or money from you. All email communications from an NTT DATA recruiter will come from an email address. If you suspect any fraudulent activity, please contact us.

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**Make an impact with NTT DATA**
Join a company that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are renowned for our technical excellence and leading innovations, and for making a difference to our clients and society. Our workplace embraces diversity and inclusion - it's a place where you can grow, belong and thrive.
**Your day at NTT DATA**
The Senior Supplier Development Management Specialist will be responsible for managing and developing NTT DATA's supplier ecosystem to support business delivery. This role will ensure alignment with South Africa's national transformation objectives, drive governance and compliance, and optimize supplier capabilities to match business opportunities.
**Strategic Supplier Management**
+ Develop and implement a supplier development strategy aligned with the company's transformation and growth objectives.
+ Identify, onboard, and nurture QSE and SME suppliers to become effective delivery partners.
+ Align supplier capabilities with business delivery needs through skills mapping and capability assessments.
**Governance & Compliance**
+ Establish and maintain governance frameworks to ensure supplier compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
+ Implement controls to manage risk, ensure ethical practices, and uphold contractual obligations.
**Opportunity Matching & Enablement**
+ Match suppliers to relevant business opportunities based on capability, capacity, and strategic fit.
+ Collaborate with sales and delivery teams to integrate suppliers into deal structures and execution plans.
**Contracting & Commercial Frameworks**
+ Develop and manage standardized contracting frameworks for supplier engagements.
+ Ensure fair, transparent, and commercially sound agreements that support mutual growth.
**Transformation & National Objectives**
+ Drive initiatives that support South Africa's transformation agenda, including B-BBEE compliance and enterprise development.
+ Monitor and report on supplier contributions to transformation targets.
**Performance Management**
+ Establish KPIs and performance metrics for supplier engagements.
+ Conduct regular evaluations and feedback sessions to drive continuous improvement.
+ Address underperformance and support capability upliftment where needed.
**Qualifications & Experience:**
+ Bachelor's degree
+ Minimum 8 years' experience in supplier development, procurement, or strategic partnerships.
+ Strong understanding of South African transformation policies
+ Experience in managing QSE/SME suppliers within a corporate or consulting environment.
**Skills & Competencies:**
+ Strategic thinking, Ethical business acumen.
+ Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management.
+ Excellent negotiation and contracting skills.
+ Analytical mindset with ability to assess supplier capabilities.
+ Knowledge of governance, compliance, and risk management.
+ Passion for transformation and inclusive growth.
**Workplace type** **:**
Hybrid Working
**About NTT DATA**
NTT DATA is a $30+ billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long-term success. We invest over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure, and connectivity. We are also one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group and headquartered in Tokyo.
**Equal Opportunity Employer**
NTT DATA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category. Join our growing global team and accelerate your career with us. Apply today.
**Third parties fraudulently posing as NTT DATA recruiters**
NTT DATA recruiters will never ask job seekers or candidates for payment or banking information during the recruitment process, for any reason. Please remain vigilant of third parties who may attempt to impersonate NTT DATA recruiters-whether in writing or by phone-in order to deceptively obtain personal data or money from you. All email communications from an NTT DATA recruiter will come from an **@nttdata.com** email address. If you suspect any fraudulent activity, please contact us ( ) .