Procurement Sourcing Specialist

SUMMARY:
Opportunity Available!! Our leading client in the Pharmaceutical Industry is looking to employ a Procurement Sourcing Specialist to join their dynamic team in Gqeberha/Port Elizabeth.

POSITION INFO:
Job Responsibilities: Conduct tactical procurement activities across relevant the company units Clarify sourcing requests, align and finalize specifications with requestors Apply sourcing strategies and RFX approaches Create longlists for sourcing, considering preferred suppliers from category strategies Manage RFX processes including negotiation and proposal evaluation Lead supplier selection and awarding decisions Draft, review, and manage contracts with internal stakeholders and suppliers Oversee contract sign-off and archiving Monitor contract usage, expiration, and renewal Support in claims\/complaints evaluation and management Support commercial aspects of electronic catalogue management Collaborate with HUB and Global Category Managers Define and monitor procurement KPIs across all locations Achieve quarterly and annual procurement goals Maintain supplier database in ERP system (VMD) Ensure compliance with internal procurement policies and standards Support continuous improvement initiatives in tactical sourcing processes Supplier segmentation and risk assessment Analysis and comparison of offers in terms of quality, compliance with requirements, deadlines, costs Building short- and long-term relationships with suppliers Job Requirements: Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field Minimum 3 years of experience in procurement, preferably in an international environment Experience in tactical sourcing and supplier negotiations Familiarity with warehouse and raw material management is a plus Solid understanding of legal \/ regulatory procurement landscape Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Power BI) Advanced SAP MM system usage; SAP Ariba knowledge is a plus Strong communication and negotiation skills