Assistant Procurement Manager

KPMG South Africa; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Johannesburg is seeking an Assistant Procurement Manager to support procurement objectives such as cost optimisation and supplier management. The role involves managing procurement transactions, tracking performance, and ensuring policy compliance. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of procurement experience, expertise in ERP systems, and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in procurement, supply chain, or purchasing.
• Experience with ERP systems, especially Oracle, preferred.
• Experience in reporting tools (e.g., Power BI).

Responsibilities

• Assist with the execution of sourcing strategies aligned to organizational goals.
• Manage low to mid-value procurement transactions end-to-end.
• Support contract lifecycle management and monitor supplier performance.

Skills

Strong analytical and reporting capabilities

Excellent written and verbal communication

Attention to detail and accuracy

Stakeholder management

Initiative and problem-solving

Teamwork and collaboration

Commercial acumen and cost awareness

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain, Finance, or related discipline

Tools

Oracle ERP

Power BI

MS Excel

MS Office Suite

Job description

Overview

The Finance Business Unit of KPMG SA is responsible for providing services that support the business objectives and strategy of the firm. It oversees financial systems, planning and management activities, including budgeting and forecasting, collections, procurement, reporting and compliance, and creation of value.

Job Title/position: Assistant Procurement Manager

Description Of The Role And Purpose Of The Job

The Assistant Procurement Manager will support the Procurement Manager in delivering on procurement objectives, including cost optimisation, supplier management, transformation targets, and policy compliance. This role will ensure the efficient execution of procurement operations, support contract and vendor management processes, facilitate reporting and analysis, and help drive continuous improvement initiatives across procurement. The Assistant Manager will also serve as a liaison between procurement and internal business units to meet sourcing requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Procurement Operations
• Assist with the execution of sourcing strategies aligned to organisational goals
• Manage low to mid-value procurement transactions end-to-end
• Track and monitor procurement cycle times and identify bottlenecks
• Ensure adherence to procurement policies and procedures

• Vendor & Contract Management
• Support contract lifecycle management including renewals, compliance tracking, and documentation
• Maintain supplier database and vendor classification data
• Assist in monitoring supplier performance and service-level agreements

• Reporting and Analytics
• Assist in compiling monthly procurement reports including cost savings, B-BBEE spend, and risk tracking
• Prepare data for use in dashboards and performance reviews

• Transformation and Compliance
• Assist in monitoring and reporting on Preferential Procurement targets
• Support compliance with ISO standards and audit requirements
• Ensure supporting documentation is in place for BEE audits

• Stakeholder Engagement
• Liaise with business units to understand procurement needs and timelines
• Support internal communication on procurement policies and updates
• Engage with finance, legal, and risk functions where required

• Support for Strategic Projects
• Assist in the rollout of new procurement tools and systems
• Contribute to change management and communication for procurement initiatives
• Support development and implementation of procurement improvement projects

Skills And Attributes Required For The Role

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical and reporting capabilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Stakeholder management and interpersonal relationship-building
• Initiative and problem-solving
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Commercial acumen and cost awareness

Functional Knowledge

• Working knowledge of public and private sector procurement practices
• Understanding of procurement process flow within ERP environments
• Knowledge of transformation and preferential procurement regulations

Leadership & Interpersonal Skills

• Ability to work independently and under guidance of Procurement Manager
• Willingness to coach junior team members
• Clear communicator, with stakeholder-facing capability
• Escalate non-compliant or high-risk transactions for approval

Minimum requirements to apply for the role (including qualifications and experience)

Educational Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain, Finance, or related discipline

Experience

• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in procurement, supply chain, or purchasing
• Experience with ERP systems, especially Oracle, preferred
• Experience in reporting tools (e.g., Power BI)
• Project management exposure preferred
• Prior work in a professional services firm is advantageous

Technical Skills

• Proficient in MS Excel and MS Office Suite
• Working knowledge of Oracle P2P or similar ERP system
• Exposure to data analysis and reporting tools
• Understanding of procurement policies, sourcing methodologies, and supply risk management