Officer Procurement (Peaking) at Eskom Communications

Job description
Behavioral

• Integrity
• Honesty
• Trustworthiness
• Professionalism

Leadership

• Team player
• Motivating teams
• Coaching, mentoring and developing

Knowledge

• SAP Materials Management Module
• Spend analysis
• Strategic Commodity/Projects Sourcing Knowledge
• Procure-To-Pay Process
• Financial Analysis
• Legal Knowledge
• Industry and Market Analysis
• Commodity and Supplier Profiling (Commodity Management)
• Sourcing/ procurement Strategy Formulation & Implementation
• Negotiation Strategy Development & Implementation
• Supplier Relationship Management
• Contract Management
• Demand Forecasting and Planning
• Project Management
• Knowledge of SEC Family Contracts
• Knowledge of FIDIC contract
• Knowledge of Forex

Skills

• Computer Literacy
• Total Cost of Ownership Analysis
• Financial Analysis
• Strategic Thinking & Decision Making
• Strong Negotiation Skills
• Relationship Management Skills
• Strong Analytical Skills
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work and interact effectively
• Facilitation skills
• Administrative skills
• Attention to detail

Attributes

• Business acumen
• Strong ethical conduct
• Problem solving
• Leadership skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Presentation skills

Assessment

• Extensive knowledge in sourcing and procurement process
• Extensive knowledge of SAP system
• Knowledge of NEC family contracts and or FIDIC
• String technical, legal and financial acumen with respect to commercial matters
• Leadership and people management skills

Key Responsibilities

• Execute integrated sourcing and procurement processes and follow prescribed procedures towards fulfilling procurement needs.
• Execute purchases of goods and services and manage procurement administration.
• Negotiate and coordinate conclusion of agreement with suppliers to meet customer expectations.
• Perform dual adjudication of tenders and management of contracts/ purchases orders within set policies and standards.
• Access, analyse procurement information independently.
• Use own discretion to manage problems / risks and make recommendations timeously.
• Build and maintain healthy interpersonal and inter-team relationships.
• “Eskom is committed to equality, employment equity, and diversity. In accordance with the employment equity plan of Eskom and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.  Eskom reserves the right not to make an appointment to the posts as advertised.  Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply for positions. Eskom is committed to providing a smoke-free environment for its employees and visitors at the workplace. 

Minimum requirements
 
Qualification(s):

• National Diploma / National N Diploma in Commerce / Transport Logistics & Supply Chain Management at NQF 6 with 240 credits

Experience:

• 3 Years related experience in Commercial / Supplier Management

Apply by: 2 January 2026