Sourcing Specialist - Cape Town

Our client is looking for a high caliber Sourcing Specialist in Cape Town. As a Sourcing Specialist, you will be responsible for:
In partnership with Sourcing Leadership and Engineering, define the client supplier strategy, including management and optimization of supplier commodities.Leading negotiations, awarding business, and achieving cost reduction goals.Negotiating terms and conditions and transmit information to internal end-users and PO team at client.Be the escalation point for supply/material shortages.Supplier risk reduction through the development of new and secondary backup suppliers.Commercial sourcing management such as supplier data analysis, data cleanup, etc.
This may also include occasional purchasing activities.Support compliance through education and enforcement of client sourcing & procurement policies.Contributing to projects as a team member or leading projects.Resolving supplier related problems including payments, terms, performance, etc. If you believe your skills and experience align with this role, please hit the apply button! Note: 1 year contract