Sourcing Specialist – 6‑Month Fixed‑Term Contract

About the role

The Sourcing Specialist will lead low‑ to medium‑complexity sourcing initiatives for indirect spend categories. Working closely with internal stakeholders, you will deliver cost‑effective, policy‑compliant procurement support through standardized processes, data‑driven supplier evaluations, and efficient RFP management.

Key responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end execution of medium‑to‑low complexity strategic sourcing projects, from initiation to contract award.
• Run the 7‑Step sourcing process in SAP Ariba, including RFP creation, bid evaluation, and contract finalisation.
• Perform spend, benchmark and commodity trend analysis to generate actionable insights and support category strategy development.
• Manage project‑level supplier relationships, track performance, assess risks and implement mitigation actions.
• Engage internal customers to align requirements, timelines and expectations, and communicate procurement initiatives.
• Monitor adherence to ISM procurement methodologies, identify process improvement opportunities and contribute to community knowledge‑sharing.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree or Advanced Diploma in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Operations Management, Information Technology or a related field.
• Honours or postgraduate qualification in a related discipline is advantageous.
• Relevant professional certification such as CIPS Level (specific level not stated) is desirable.

Required skills

• SAP Ariba