Buyer/Procurement/Purchasing Officer

ExecutivePlacements.com - The JOB Portal; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Manufacturing industry seeks a Consumable Buyer/Procurement/Purchasing Officer in Gqeberha. This pivotal role focuses on managing supplier relationships and optimizing procurement processes to ensure high-quality, cost-efficient supplies. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and skills in negotiation, analysis, and problem-solving.

Qualifications

• Minimum Matric, Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain Management required.
• Diploma in Supply Chain Management certified through CIPS preferred.
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Implement and optimize procurement budgets for cost-effectiveness.
• Negotiate pricing and supply contracts.
• Monitor and improve supplier relationships for quality supplies.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business

Diploma in Supply Chain Management

Matric

Job description

Recruiter:

Staff Unlimited Recruitment Pty Ltd T/A MPC Recruitment Group EC

Job Ref:

3757263790

Date posted:

Monday, May 12, 2025

Location:

Port Elizabeth, South Africa

Summary:

We are looking for a Consumable Buyer/Procurement/Purchasing Officer based in Gqeberha in the Manufacturing industry.

Job Summary:

As a Consumable Buyer/Procurement/Purchasing Officer, your role will focus on supplier relationship management, and ensuring the optimal balance between cost, quality, and efficiency in the consumable procurement process. A pivotal role in securing high-quality and cost-efficient supplies for our business.

Responsibilities:

1. Implement and optimize procurement budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and financial efficiency.
2. Implement cost-saving initiatives while maintaining high-quality standards in consumable procurement.
3. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand end-user requirements and preferences.
4. Streamline and enhance the procurement process for consumables, ensuring efficiency and compliance.
5. Implement procurement strategies that align with overall business objectives.
6. Stay abreast of industry trends, market dynamics, and pricing changes in consumable procurement.
7. Achieve targeted cost savings through negotiation and strategic sourcing.
8. Monitor and improve supplier relationships to ensure timely deliveries and high-quality products.
9. Enhance procurement processes to reduce lead times.
10. Generate reports on stock levels, purchasing activities, and costs for management.
11. Follow up on quotes, back orders, and pricing requests daily.
12. Raise purchase requisitions and purchase orders, ensuring proper documentation and approvals, and follow up on outstanding documents.
13. Manage consumable procurement for all four offices.
14. Estimate and establish budgets for purchases.
15. Maintain purchase records and other important data.
16. Negotiate pricing and supply contracts.
17. Complete supplier credit application forms and gather supporting documentation.
18. Process staff expense claims.
19. Perform General Ledger reconciliations.
20. Raise accruals at month-end for expenses.

Skills & Abilities:

• Attention to detail and meticulousness.
• Strong calculation, reconciliation, and query resolution skills.
• Efficiency in processes and planning.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to analyze information quickly and solve problems.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Proactive, forward-thinking, and initiative-driven.
• Results-oriented.

Education/Qualifications:

• Matric
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Diploma in Supply Chain Management and Procurement, certified through CIPS.

Should you not receive a response within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.