Commodity Specialist

Recruiter:

Network International

Job Ref:

NEM000481/Maris

Date posted:

Tuesday, November 4, 2025

Location:

South Africa, South Africa

SUMMARY:
ðÂ Ready to take the lead as a Commodity Specialist? Step into a role where your strategic sourcing and contract-negotiation expertise will drive real cost savings and supplier excellence!

POSITION INFO:
Job & Company Description
We are seeking a dedicatedÂ Commodity SpecialistÂ to manage and optimize the sourcing lifecycle for high-value commodity portfolios. You will deepen understanding of assigned categories, devise and execute sourcing strategies, negotiate with key suppliers, and oversee contract implementation and supplier performance to ensure optimal total cost of ownership (TCO) outcomes.
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Education

Degree in Business, Commercial, Engineering or a relevant technical discipline.
Strong academic grounding to support analytical and sourcing strategy responsibilities.

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Certifications & Licenses (highly preferred in South Africa)

Certification from Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) (or equivalent).
Certification from SAPICS â The Association for Operations Management in South Africa.
Other recognised procurement/supply-chain credentials (e.g., CPM) an advantage.

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Job Experience & Skills Required

Minimum ofÂ 6 yearsÂ commercial/technical experience plus at leastÂ 3 yearsÂ strategic sourcing experience â especially in heavy-duty engineering, mining, or manufacturing.
Experience with energy, logistics, MRO (maintenance, repair & operations), or raw materials is highly advantageous.
Proven record of negotiation and contract management with key suppliers and high-spend commodities.
Strong competency in spend analysis, commodity matrix management and inventory/stock strategies.
Practical knowledge of SAP (especially MM module) and working within ERP systems.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and innovative sourcing skills.
Superior presentation, assertive communication and negotiation skills to engage with senior stakeholders and suppliers.

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