Procurement Officer

SUMMARY:
A leading organisation is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Procurement Officer to manage their end-to-end tender management process. This is a critical role focused on driving cost savings, efficiency, and stakeholder value through effective procurement practices.

POSITION INFO:
The successful candidate will be a confident professional with strong project management and business skills, able to engage with key stakeholders, manage contracts, and negotiate with bidders, to ensure compliance and value delivery.

Qualifications & Experience:

• BCom or Diploma in Supply Chain, Procurement, or Business (essential)
• Minimum 3 years procurement/tender management experience
• Strong exposure to end-to-end tender processes (issuing tenders, not submissions)
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and proficiency in the full Microsoft Suite

• Lead the full end-to-end tender management process, from issuing tenders to final evaluations
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external bidders
• Ensure that procurement strategies align with cost-saving initiatives and spend reduction goals
• Review budgets, prepare detailed reports, and present findings to stakeholders
• Facilitate and manage tender briefings, scope of work documents, pricing templates, and timelines
• Engage with bidders for negotiations, clarifications, and contract finalisation
• Oversee secure tender submissions at closing stages and ensure compliance
• Evaluate and summarise tender submissions, providing clear recommendations to stakeholders
• Monitor and manage tender and contract performance to ensure value delivery

• Detail-oriented, with strong project management skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
• Confident, professional, and able to manage multiple priorities under pressure
• Strong business acumen with the ability to interpret and present data effectively
• Innovative thinker with strong negotiation and problem-solving skills