Logistics Sourcing Analyst at The South African Breweries (SAB)

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

Sourcing & Strategy Development

• Conduct market research and supplier analysis to support logistics sourcing strategies.
• Prepare and manage RFQs, RFPs, and tender documents for transportation and logistics services.
• Support negotiations with logistics providers to secure optimal pricing, service levels, and terms.
• Assist in developing multi-year sourcing plans and category strategies for logistics services.

Cost & Spend Analysis

• Analyze freight and logistics costs
• Identify cost reduction and efficiency opportunities across the logistics network.
• Track key cost drivers and monitor logistics market trends.

Supplier Management

• Assess, qualify, and manage relationships with logistics service providers (3PLs, 4PLs, transporters, freight forwarders).
• Monitor supplier performance using KPIs and scorecards.
• Support issue resolution and continuous improvement initiatives with logistics partners.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Collaborate closely with Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, and other business units to understand requirements and align sourcing efforts.
• Facilitate cross-functional sourcing teams to drive value in logistics procurement.

Data Management & Compliance

• Maintain procurement and contract data in ERP and sourcing systems (e.g., SAP, Ariba, Coupa).
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Support internal reporting on sourcing activities and procurement KPIs

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration
• 2–5 years of procurement or sourcing experience with a focus on logistics categories.
• Strong understanding of logistics services, markets, and suppliers (road, rail, sea, air, warehousing).
• Experience running tenders, sourcing events, and contract negotiations for logistics spend.
• Strong analytical, cost modelling, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in procurement and analytics tools (SAP, Ariba, Coupa, Excel).