Manager: Strategic Sourcing (ICT, CRE & Professional Services) (10583) Jobs

Manager: Strategic Sourcing (ICT, CRE & Professional Services) – South African Revenue Service

Job Purpose:

Develop and implement category management strategies to optimize procurement processes for ICT, Corporate Real Estate, and Professional Services. Lead strategic sourcing initiatives to create competitive, transparent, and cost-effective supply chain solutions.

Requirements:

Education & Experience:

• Option 1: Bachelor’s Degree/Advanced Diploma (NQF7) + 8-10 years procurement/supply chain experience (including 3-4 years managerial experience)
• Option 2: Matric (NQF4) + 15 years relevant experience (including 3-4 years managerial experience)

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Operations

• Develop and implement category-specific sourcing strategies
• Manage tender processes and vendor performance evaluations
• Ensure compliance with Treasury regulations and SARS policies
• Optimize procurement processes through risk management

Leadership & Governance

• Manage team workflow and performance
• Implement risk management frameworks
• Develop staff capacity through training programs

Financial Management

• Develop and monitor operational budgets
• Implement cost control measures

Stakeholder Relations

• Build strategic vendor relationships
• Implement service excellence standards

Key Competencies:

Behavioral Skills

• Ethical leadership
• Strategic problem-solving
• Team development
• Decision-making

Technical Skills

• Procurement regulations
• Financial management
• Supply chain optimization
• Contract negotiation

Application Process:

Qualified candidates should submit applications through the SARS careers portal. Use reference number 10583 when applying.

SARS promotes employment equity. Candidates must meet minimum requirements for consideration.