CAPEX Project Procurement Specialist

 Location: On-site at UKZN University, Durban
 Contract: 6-month fixed term (possibility of extension)
 Salary: R40 000 - R50 000 per month

About the Role

Our client is seeking experienced CAPEX Project Procurement Specialists to play a key role in managing strategic group purchasing contracts across member institutions. You will liaise with stakeholders, lead tender processes, and develop procurement strategies that ensure cost savings, compliance, and service excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Liaise with stakeholders at member institutions to identify new group purchasing opportunities.
• Conduct market research and develop procurement strategies to deliver best-value contracts.
• Manage tender processes, evaluations, and contract awards for new and renewed contracts.
• Oversee supplier relationships, performance tracking, and cost optimisation.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and standards.
• Drive the e-tender and catalogue systems, ensuring effectiveness and ongoing improvement.
• Build strong, ethical relationships with member institutions and suppliers.
• Promote the organisations procurement services and facilitate stakeholder forums.
• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives through economies of scale.
• Manage and support junior staff and act in relief positions when required.
• Provide accurate, timeous reports to the CEO and relevant committees.
• Ensure all tender outcomes are legally defensible.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelors Degree in Commerce, Business Management, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in a corporate procurement environment.
• Proven knowledge of E-Procurement systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (advanced level).
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, and negotiation skills.

Working Hours

Monday to Friday, 08:00 17:00

How to Apply

Please apply directly via this job board or send your CV to recruitment@surgo.co.za.

Surgo (Pty) Ltd is an Employment Equity (EE) committed employer and encourages applications from candidates with disabilities and diverse backgrounds.

Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within three months, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your CV will remain on our database for future opportunities unless you request otherwise.