4 Vendor Relations jobs in South Africa
Supplier Management Consultant
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iqbusiness is seeking to employ a Supplier Management Consultant on a 12-month contract to collaborate with an international client from our offices in Welgemoed, Cape Town, Northern Suburbs. This is a hybrid role (3 days on-site; 2 days WFH).
The Supplier Management Officer plays a crucial role in ensuring that IMD's supplier and vendor relationships are managed to the highest standards of compliance, efficiency, and professionalism. This role is dedicated to supplier onboarding, contract coordination, and ensuring adherence to IMD's governance, legal, and financial requirements. The Supplier Management Officer will work closely with the Legal and Finance departments, while collaborating across IMD functions that rely on external suppliers.
Key Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
Supplier Onboarding and Qualification
- Lead the end-to-end onboarding process for new suppliers, including documentation, compliance checks, and system integration.
- Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders including Legal, Finance and other business units.
- Act as the "gate keeper" to ensure any new supplier is eligible and offering adequate services & goods at competitive rates.
"Best Supplier" List Management
- Develop and maintain a curated list of preferred suppliers based on performance, reliability, and prices
- Conduct regular reviews and evaluations to ensure supplier quality and competitiveness.
- Support sourcing decisions by providing insights into supplier strengths and risks.
Purchasing Policy Ownership
- Own and update the company's purchasing policy, ensuring it reflects current practices, compliance requirements, and strategic goals.
- Train internal stakeholders on purchasing procedures and policy adherence.
- Monitor policy implementation and recommend improvements based on feedback and performance data.
Other tasks
- Assist the purchasing and supplier management team in other tasks including Purchase Order processing, invoice follow-up, etc.
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Commercial Law, Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
- 3–5 years of experience in procurement, supplier/vendor management, contract administration, or purchasing policy, preferably in international and multicultural environments.
- Experience liaising with Legal and Finance teams, with strong understanding of supplier governance, compliance, risk management, and ethical sourcing.
- Proven ability to manage high volumes of contracts and suppliers.
- International exposure and comfort managing cross-border supplier agreements.
- Salesforce experience is a plus.
Skills required:
- Strong administrative and coordination skills with meticulous attention to detail.
- Ability to follow up proactively and ensure deadlines are met.
- Comfortable working with senior stakeholders across departments.
- Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail and a drive for process improvement.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across diverse functions.
- International exposure and cultural awareness, with the ability to manage cross-border supplier relationships.
- Service-oriented mindset and ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Note: As all business roles require honesty in the handling of or access to cash, finances, financial systems, or confidential information, our recruitment process requires that the following background checks be completed: credit, criminal, ID, and qualification verification.
IQbusiness is committed to sustainable growth and transformation; we embrace diversity and employ previously disadvantaged individuals.
Senior Supplier Development Management Specialist
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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 email address. If you suspect any fraudulent activity, please contact us .
Senior Supplier Development Management Specialist
Posted today
Job Viewed
Job Description
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
.
Senior Supplier Development Management Specialist
Posted 10 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
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 ( ) .
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