Eskom Communications
Eskom generates about 95% of South Africa’s electricity and 45% of Africa’s. We produce, transmit, and distribute power to industrial, mining, business, farming, and home customers, as well as to other suppliers. We are building new power plants and major lines to meet growing needs.
Officer Procurement (Peaking)
- Job Type: Full Time
- Qualification: Higher National Certificate or National Certificate
- Experience: 3 years
- Location: Western Cape
- Job Field: Procurement / Store-keeping / Supply Chain
Job Description
Behavioral Qualities
- Integrity
- Honesty
- Trustworthiness
- Professionalism
Leadership Qualities
- Team player
- Motivating teams
- Coaching, mentoring, and developing others
Knowledge Required
- SAP Materials Management Module
- Spend analysis
- Strategic sourcing for commodities and projects
- Procure-to-Pay process
- Financial analysis
- Legal knowledge
- Industry and market analysis
- Commodity and supplier profiling
- Sourcing and procurement strategy
- Negotiation strategy
- Supplier relationship management
- Contract management
- Demand forecasting and planning
- Project management
- SEC Family Contracts
- FIDIC contracts
- Forex knowledge
Skills Needed
- Computer literacy
- Total cost of ownership analysis
- Financial analysis
- Strategic thinking and decision making
- Strong negotiation skills
- Relationship management
- Strong analytical skills
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work and interact effectively
- Facilitation skills
- Administrative skills
- Attention to detail
Personal Attributes
- Business acumen
- Strong ethical conduct
- Problem solving
- Leadership skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Presentation skills
Assessment Criteria
- Deep knowledge of sourcing and procurement processes
- Strong knowledge of SAP system
- Knowledge of NEC or FIDIC contracts
- Technical, legal, and financial skills in commercial matters
- Leadership and people management skills
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out sourcing and procurement processes and follow procedures to meet needs.
- Handle purchases of goods and services, and manage procurement tasks.
- Negotiate agreements with suppliers to meet customer needs.
- Review tenders and manage contracts or purchase orders according to policies.
- Access and analyze procurement information on your own.
- Handle problems or risks using your judgment and make timely recommendations.
- Build and maintain good relationships within teams.
- Eskom supports equality, employment equity, and diversity. Preference may go to candidates from underrepresented groups, in line with our goals. We may not fill the position as advertised. People with disabilities are welcome to apply. Eskom provides a smoke-free workplace.
Minimum Requirements
Qualification:
- National Diploma or National N Diploma in Commerce, Transport Logistics, or Supply Chain Management at NQF 6 with 240 credits
Experience:
- 3 years in commercial or supplier management
Application Deadline: 2 January 2026
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should apply through Eskom’s official careers portal.
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