Procurement Officer

Staff Unlimited Recruitment Pty Ltd T / A MPC Recruitment Group EC; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 70 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Procurement Officer to manage supplier relationships and optimize procurement processes. This role is crucial for ensuring cost-effective and high-quality supplies across multiple offices. You'll implement procurement strategies, collaborate with stakeholders, and negotiate contracts to achieve targeted cost savings. If you're passionate about supply chain management and eager to make an impact, this opportunity offers a dynamic environment where your contributions will be valued and recognized. Join a team that prioritizes efficiency and quality in consumable procurement, and help drive the success of the organization.

Qualifications

• Experience in supplier relationship management and procurement processes.
• Ability to implement cost-saving initiatives while ensuring quality.

Responsibilities

• Optimize procurement budgets and implement cost-saving initiatives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance procurement efficiency.
• Negotiate pricing and manage supplier relationships for consumables.

Skills

Supplier Relationship Management

Cost Analysis

Negotiation

Procurement Strategies

Budget Management

Education

Matric

Bachelor's degree in business - Supply Chain Management

Diploma in Supply Chain Management and Procurement

Job description

We are looking for a Procurement Officer based in Johannesburg, Kempton Park.

Purpose of the role:

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.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Implement and optimize procurement budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and financial efficiency.
• Implement cost-saving initiatives while maintaining high-quality standards in Consumable procurement.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand end-user requirements and preferences.
• Streamline and enhance the procurement process for Consumables, ensuring efficiency and compliance.
• Implement procurement strategies that align with overall business objectives.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, market dynamics, and advancements and prices changes in Consumable procurement.
• Achieve targeted cost savings in Consumable procurement through negotiation and strategic sourcing.
• Monitor and enhance supplier relationships to ensure timely deliveries and high-quality products.
• Implement improvements in the procurement process to enhance efficiency and reduce lead times.
• Generate reports for management on stock levels, purchasing activities, and cost analysis.
• Consumable procurement for all four offices.
• Estimate and establish budgets for purchases.
• Maintain purchase records and other important data.
• Negotiate pricing and supply contracts.
• Complete all supplier credit application forms and obtain all supporting documentation.
• Processing of staff expense claims.
• General Ledger reconciliations.
• Raise accruals at month end for expenses.

Education / Qualifications:

• Matric
• Bachelor's degree in business - Supply Chain Management or
• Diploma in Supply Chain Management and Procurement (certified through Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply Chain - CIPS)

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