Sourcing Specialist: Print (12 month Fixed Term Contract)

What will you do?

This career opportunity for a Sourcing Specialist: Print is available at Santam for the Group Sourcing: Procurement department, the role is based in Bellville, Cape Town. This is a 12 month fixed term contract. 
  

This role will primarily support the Procurement Manager: Marketing & Communications in overseeing all aspects of print sourcing and production. Your role is to ensure the timely, cost-effective, and high-quality delivery of printed materials across a variety of formats and channels, working closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.  

What will make you successful in this role?

• Lead sourcing, negotiation, and contracting of print services.
• Manage relationships with printers, and production partners to ensure optimal performance and value.
• Collaborate with design, marketing, operations, and supply chain teams to ensure print requirements are met to specification and deadline.
• Evaluate print suppliers and maintain a high-performing vendor roster through performance metrics, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Management of costs and achieve savings against the budget.   
• Drive strategic sourcing initiatives and show acumen towards driving new initiatives.   
• Manage print supplier relationships; manage contracted database and new contracts. Ensure necessary compliance processes are adhered to.  
• Internal stakeholder management between procurement, operations/business and clients.  
• Attend and provide support in required Cross Functional Sourcing Team meetings.  
• Support procurement manager in ad hoc duties.  
• This will result in the following outcomes:
  • Cost savings  
  • Providing Client Delight in terms of optimal supply of service; 
  • Providing “Best Practice” procurement processes to increase efficiency; and  
  • Supporting and upholding a team culture of Engagement.  

Qualification and Experience

• Relevant Diploma / Degree and/or or a minimum of 10 years practical experience in print procurement.

Knowledge and Skills

• In-depth knowledge of print processes 
• Understanding of substrates and materials (paper stocks, packaging materials, inks, coatings)
• Familiarity with finishing techniques (lamination, varnishing, embossing, die-cutting)
• Ability to read and interpret print specifications and technical artwork files
• Excellent ability to interact and work cross functionally within organization  
• Strong planning and organizing skills  
• Strong supplier / market analysis skills  
• Problem solving skills   
• Project management skills  
• Contract management and administration skills   
• Ability to perform under pressure and deadlines  
• Presentation skills and excellent communication skills  

Core Competencies

About The Company

Santam is the market leader in the general insurance industry in Southern Africa. As a large, diversified, and expanding company, we are committed to transformation and growth. While our headquarters are in South Africa, we are rapidly extending our presence into emerging markets across Africa and Asia.

With a client base of over 1 million policyholders, Santam serves individuals, commercial enterprises, specialist business owners, and institutions—including 80 of the Top 100 companies listed on the JSE. Our commitment to Insurance, Good and Proper goes beyond just providing cover—we offer peace of mind, ensuring our clients can focus on living in the moment, not worrying about the unexpected. Because at Santam, we believe the freedom to seize every day is worth protecting.

People drive our business, and we are committed to attracting the best talent, whether for permanent roles or short-term opportunities. 

Santam is committed to diversity, inclusion, and belonging. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including persons with disabilities. We are dedicated to neuro-inclusivity and fostering a workplace where everyone can thrive. 

Take the next step in your career—apply now and be part of a company that’s shaping the future of insurance. This is Freedom!