Johannesburg North: Strategic Sourcing Specialist (IT Security & Operations) posted by ClarkHouse Human Capital

In this role, you’ll take ownership of end-to-end IT procurement, including tendering, supplier evaluation, and contract management across both local and international markets. You’ll work closely with IT, Finance, Legal, and project teams, providing advice and guidance to influence sourcing decisions, ensure compliance, and deliver commercial value.

We’re looking for someone with:

• +-6 years’ experience in IT procurement, ideally within the financial services sector
• Practical experience with tendering, supplier negotiations, and contract management
• Strong ability to engage and influence internal and external stakeholders, including Legal, IT architects, and Finance teams
• Exposure to local and international markets and IT categories such as IT Security, Software, Systems Operations, Licensing, and Maintenance
• A degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Commerce, or related field, with a CIPS qualification (essential)
• A practical, self-driven approach, with strong organizational skills and commercial awareness

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys managing complex sourcing processes, shaping procurement decisions, and delivering value across critical IT initiatives, all while working in a collaborative, hybrid environment.

If you’re a proactive, commercially savvy sourcing professional ready to make an impact, let’s connect to discuss this exciting opportunity – *****@*****.co.za

Although we try our best to get back to everyone, in the event you do not hear from us within 10 days, please consider your application unsuccessful