Procurement Tender Manager Group Purchasing (Midrand)

Salary: R400 000 CTC per annum (negotiable, includes provident fund + performance-based bonus)

Location: Midrand

Type: Middle Management

Note: This role is for experienced Tender Specialists only no Buyers or Administrators.

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Procurement Tender Manager to lead and manage group-purchasing contracts across multiple member institutions, primarily universities. 

Procurement Officer Role Overview

We are seeking a Procurement Officer with strong end-to-end tender management experience. This is a middle management role that requires excellent technical knowledge, attention to detail, and strong interpersonal and communication skills. The ideal candidate should be able to work independently, engage confidently with stakeholders, and demonstrate both leadership and teachability.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the full procurement process, including but not limited to:

1. Tender Preparation & Documentation

• Collaborate with end-users to compile tender documentation.
• Assist in developing specifications, scope of work, pricing templates, and other tender-specific documents.

1. Tender Finalisation & Advertising

• Finalise tender documents for approval and advertisement in line with organisational requirements.

1. Briefing & Information Sessions

• Present and facilitate tender briefing sessions with potential bidders.

1. Tender Submission & Evaluation

• Oversee the secure receipt of tenders at closing.
• Independently evaluate submissions and prepare evaluation summaries for review by relevant bid committees.

1. Reporting & Committee Engagement

• Draft detailed evaluation reports.
• Present findings and recommendations to bid adjudication committees.

1. Stakeholder & Supplier Engagement

• Where required, engage with tenderers for clarifications and conduct negotiations.

1. Award Process

• Finalise award recommendations and ensure compliance with governance processes.

Key Competencies & Attributes

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to draft professional reports and deliver presentations confidently.
• Comfortable engaging directly with Members and other stakeholders, including leading and managing meetings independently.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and meticulousness in all work.
• Confident decision-maker who can manage complex processes under pressure.
• Willing to be further developed, adaptable, and open to continuous learning.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Commerce, Business Management, or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years private sector experience in procurement.
• Proven end-to-end tender management experience.
• Stable career track record (at least 2 years in one role).
• Strong stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work under pressure with a demanding workload.
• Willingness to travel domestically as required.

Whats on Offer

• Competitive salary package: R400 000 CTC per annum (negotiable).
• Provident fund.
• Annual performance-based bonus (based on company and individual results).
• Opportunity to make a measurable impact by driving cost savings and value creation across a diverse membership network.

How to Apply

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

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