Sourcing Specialist – Technical Services | Johannesburg | Permanent Drive procurement excellence across complex technical projects. Shape supplier strategies that deliver real operational value. This role sits at the heart of procurement, managing the end-to-end sourcing process for technical services across both OPEX and CAPEX initiatives. You will lead tendering activities, conduct detailed commercial evaluations, and guide supplier selection to ensure fair, transparent, and compliant outcomes. Working closely with internal stakeholders, you will translate business requirements into effective sourcing strategies while maintaining strong supplier engagement throughout the process. Your ability to balance cost, quality, and risk will directly impact project success and organisational efficiency. Our client is a well‑established organisation operating in a technically driven environment, known for its structured procurement practices and commitment to operational excellence. The business values innovation, accountability, and strong stakeholder collaboration. What You’ll Do Manage the full supplier selection and tendering process for technical services Execute strategic sourcing initiatives across OPEX and CAPEX projects Conduct commercial evaluations, including pricing and contractual analysis Facilitate tender briefings and site meetings with suppliers Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers Develop and present award recommendations to key decision‑makers Support procurement reporting, analytics, and performance tracking Identify and implement innovative sourcing solutions What You Bring Degree or diploma in Procurement, Commerce, or related field 5+ years’ experience in procurement and project‑based sourcing Strong experience in tendering, RFx processes, and commercial evaluations Solid understanding of finance, contract law, and procurement principles Advanced Excel and SAP proficiency Strong report writing and analytical capability Professional certification (CIPS or equivalent) advantageous Valid driver’s license What Success Looks Like Efficient, compliant sourcing processes delivered consistently Strong stakeholder satisfaction and alignment across projects Cost‑effective supplier selection without compromising quality Clear, data‑driven procurement insights supporting decision‑making Continuous improvement in sourcing strategies and outcomes #J-18808-Ljbffr