Buying / Purchasing / Procurement Manager

Flink Recruitment; Witbank; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement consultancy is seeking a skilled Procurement Buyer/Manager/Supervisor in Witbank, South Africa. The role focuses on sourcing and procuring equipment for water treatment systems, with a strong emphasis on supplier management and negotiation. Candidates should hold a relevant degree and possess 3-7 years of experience in procurement. Competitive salary range based on experience level, along with a strong sustainability focus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-7 years' experience in a procurement role, ideally in engineering or water sectors.
• Strong technical understanding of components used in water treatment.
• Valid driver’s license and own transport required.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure equipment and materials for water treatment systems.
• Negotiate supplier contracts and maintain preferred supplier relationships.
• Monitor inventory levels and support stock forecasting.

Skills

Supplier management

Negotiation skills

Inventory management

Communication skills

Technical understanding of water treatment components

Education

National Diploma or Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering

Tools

ERP systems (e.g., SAP, SYSPRO, Pastel)

Job description

Roles and Responsibilities

Introduction

A leading South African company specializing in modular wastewater treatment systems for domestic, commercial, industrial, and remote applications is seeking a skilled Procurement Buyer / Manager / Supervisor to join its growing team. With a strong focus on sustainability and operational excellence, this role will take ownership of the procurement functionmanaging sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing of materials and services. The ideal candidate will have strong industry knowledge, excellent supplier management skills, and a proven ability to drive cost and time efficiencies while maintaining quality and compliance.

Duties & Responsibilities

Duties will include but not limited to : â¯

Source and procure equipment, parts, and materials related to water treatment systems (e.g., pumps, valves, filters, tanks, instrumentation).

Obtain and compare supplier quotations, negotiate pricing, lead times, and payment terms.

Develop and maintain preferred supplier relationships and approved vendor lists.

Ensure accurate and timely placement of purchase orders and follow up on deliveries.

Monitor inventory levels and support stock forecasting in coordination with project and production teams.

Work closely with engineering, project management, finance, and logistics teams to align procurement with project timelines and budgets.

Assist with import / export processes and customs documentation where applicable.

Maintain procurement records, contracts, and documentation for audits and reporting.

Identify opportunities for cost reduction, process improvement, and strategic sourcing.

Support sustainability initiatives by sourcing eco-friendly and compliant materials

Desired Experience & Qualification

Minimum Requirements

National Diploma or Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, or related field

37 years' experience in a procurement / buying role, ideally in engineering, manufacturing, or water / environmental sectors

Strong technical understanding of components used in water treatment (e.g., pumps, valves, instrumentation)

Proven ability to negotiate and manage supplier contracts

Proficient in ERP / procurement systems (e.g., SAP, SYSPRO, Pastel, or similar)

Excellent communication, planning, and organizational skills

Valid drivers license and own transport (willingness to travel to suppliers or project sites)

Knowledge of BBBEE compliance and local supplier development is advantageous

Package & Remuneration & Nature of Role

Office base work or project site as required

Area : Witbank Area

Industry : Water Treatment / Environmental Engineering

Working hours : Monday Friday : 07 : 30 16 : 30 OR 08 : 00 17 : 00 OR 07 : 00 16 : 00

Market Salary Banding :

• Procurement Buyer / Junior-Level (13 years experience)
• Low end : R18,000 R25,000 CTC / month
• High end : R28,000 R35,000 CTC / month
• Procurement Supervisor / Mid-Level (36 years experience)
• Low end : R30,000 R38,000 CTC / month
• High end : R42,000 R55,000 CTC / month
• Procurement Manager / Senior-Level (6+ years experience, leadership, technical knowledge)
• Low end : R50,000 R65,000 CTC / month
• High end : R70,000 R85,000+ CTC / month

Interested?

All candidates will be required to complete applicaiton links and psychometric assessments before applications are to be submitted

Employment Details

Employment Type : Permanent Employment

Industry : Other

Work space preference :

Work Onsite

Ideal work province :

Mpumalanga

Ideal work city : Witbank

Salary bracket : R 0 - 75000

Drivers License : CODE B (Car)

Own car needed :