Strategic Sourcing Officer at South African Bureau of Standards (SABS)

Purpose Statement

• To execute the sourcing and tender process activities for the acquisition of goods and services for the SABS as prescribed by Treasury and relevant legislation.

Qualifications

• National Diploma + Advance Diploma / Diploma Supply Chain Management / Purchasing, or B Degree in Supply Chain Management / Purchasing
• NQF level 7
• Registration as member of CIPS (preferred)

Experience

• 3 years relevant work experience in supply chain sourcing
• Must have procurement experience at a corporate level

Duties and Responsibilities    
Functional Management

• Assist in developing sourcing plans for the procurement of goods and services for pipeline projects, under the guidance of the Manager: Strategic Sourcing.
• Support the preparation and review of documents or presentations for tender committees and approval processes.
• Provide basic supply chain and commercial input to business unit managers regarding sourcing activities aligned to the demand plan.
• Help ensure supply chain and contractual risk assessments are carried out and assist with incorporating risk mitigation measures in terms and conditions.
• Contribute to sourcing activities that promote inclusivity and support the SABS BBBEE objectives
• Follow all applicable legislation, instruction notes, practice notes, guidelines, policies, and procedures during the supply chain sourcing process
• Assist in implementing supply chain sourcing strategies by category to support total cost of ownership (TCO).
• Support the vendor selection process under supervision.
• Help review and prepare requisition documentation for the procurement of goods and services.
• Assist in evaluating tender responses based on Treasury regulations and provide recommendations to committees with guidance
• Support the management and monitoring of proposal and quotation processes (RFI, RFP, RFQ) as part of procurement activities
• Source products and services alignment with established SLAs, assisting to ensure timely delivery
• Provide support in supplier and contractor selection, promoting good procurement practices with attention to sustainability, ethical standards, and cost efficiency.
• Assist in verifying supplier terms and conditions prior to contract acceptance, with oversight.
• Support contract negotiations to ensure value, following approval and guidance from managers.

Risk and Compliance Management

• Assist in identifying and following fraud controls, risk prevention measures, governance, and compliance processes to support risk management.
• Support internal and external audit requests by providing necessary documentation and evidence.
• Help maintain quality risk management standards aligned with ISO and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in monitoring adherence to Service Level Agreements to minimize business risk and support continuity.
• Follow relevant laws, policies, and Standard Operating Procedures throughout the organisation
• Support the review and updating of Policies and Procedures for the Business Unit when required.

Stakeholder Management

• Support building and maintaining positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders to foster cooperation and information sharing.
• Assist in representing the organisation in committees and task teams as needed.
• Help organise and participate in meetings, providing relevant information to stakeholders when required.
• Contribute to delivering excellent customer service.
• Assist in resolving queries and issues within assigned scope and timelines.
• Follow up on outstanding queries and complaints as needed.
• Liaise with stakeholders to obtain necessary information for tender requests

Deadline:28th October,2025