Supplier Relationship Management Consultant at SARB, Pretoria
South African Reserve Bank · Pretoria, Gauteng
Overview
The South African Reserve Bank is looking for a Supplier Relationship Management Consultant in Pretoria to help build a resilient supply chain. You will manage relationships and performance for strategic suppliers, assess supplier risk, and drive continuous improvement. This full time role suits someone with strong procurement or supply chain experience who wants to make an impact at the country's central bank.
About the role
The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) is looking for a Supplier Relationship Management Consultant to join its team in Pretoria. In this role, you will help embed a resilient supply chain by managing supplier relationships and performance for an allocated portfolio on behalf of the SARB and its subsidiaries.
You will implement the Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) Programme for suppliers classified as strategic or critical, monitor and report on supplier risk to ensure business continuity, and work closely with stakeholders to track supplier performance. You will also conduct supplier risk assessments, maintain a restricted supplier database, and collaborate with strategic suppliers to identify innovation opportunities.
Application note: You will apply on the SARB's official system, not through the job board. Use the apply link provided to submit your application directly.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree (NQF 7) in Commerce, Supply Chain Management, Legal Studies, or an equivalent qualification
- Five to eight years' working experience in procurement, supply chain management, or a risk management environment
- At least two years' experience in managing strategic supplier relationships
- Knowledge of procurement planning, legislation, governance, risk and compliance, and contract management
- Supplier relationship management and exit and re-procurement/closedown process knowledge
- Conflict management, effective communication, impact and influence, and flexibility skills
- Drive for results, ability to work in a team, and service and stakeholder focus
- Judgement and decision-making, reporting, analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage complexity and ambiguity, and strong planning and organising skills
- Relationship building and maintaining skills
Responsibilities
- Implement the Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) Programme for all suppliers classified as strategic or critical to the SARB
- Implement a framework to monitor, manage and report on supplier risk to ensure business continuity
- Work closely with stakeholders to continuously monitor supplier performance within the SRM Programme and implement performance controls where required
- Identify critical and strategic suppliers in collaboration with business
- Manage the onboarding and off-boarding process for critical and strategic suppliers
- Maintain the restricted supplier database and alert relevant stakeholders to mitigate reputational risk
- Conduct supplier risk assessments on identified suppliers and supplier risk themes
- Analyse supplier information and provide reports and recommendations for SRM improvements
- Collaborate with strategic suppliers to identify innovation opportunities and enable continuous improvement
- Facilitate and manage the resolution process for supplier performance issues outside of the SRM Programme where appropriate
- Manage relationships and participate in internal and external stakeholder engagements
- Stay abreast of developments in the procurement field and propose improvements to procurement methods and practices
Benefits
Remuneration and benefits commensurate with the level of the position and in line with the market
Job details
- Organisation
- South African Reserve Bank
- Location
- Pretoria, Gauteng
- Job type
- Full time
- Experience level
- Senior (5+ years)
- Education
- Bachelor
- Category
- Logistics & Supply Chain
- Posted
- 2 November 2026 (5 days ago)
- Application Method
- Apply online
Success Guide
Applying for a role at the South African Reserve Bank is a great opportunity to work at the heart of the country's financial system. This role is quite senior, so when you apply, make sure your CV clearly shows your experience in procurement or supply chain management, especially any work you have done managing strategic supplier relationships. Highlight specific examples where you assessed supplier risk, improved supplier performance, or resolved supplier issues. The application goes through the SARB's own online system, so set aside some time to create a profile and upload your documents there. Also remember to attach your degree certificate and academic transcript, as these are likely to be requested. Take your time with the application form and tailor your answers to show why you are a good fit for the SARB's supply chain team. Good luck!
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