Head of Procurement

Hired Recruitment (Pty) Ltd

Gauteng

On-site

ZAR 558,000 - 670,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Hired Recruitment (Pty) Ltd is seeking a Head of Procurement to lead procurement and supply chain across Africa. You will shape strategies, manage regional sourcing, negotiate with suppliers and ensure cost-effective procurement with high standards of quality and governance.

You will oversee end-to-end processes, maintain supplier relationships, lead audits and align procurement with engineering, operations and maintenance teams. This is a senior leadership role based in Modderfontein, Gauteng.

Qualifications

Relevant degree or diploma in procurement, supply chain, logistics or related field.
10–15 years in procurement/Supply Chain; minimum 5 years senior management.
Experience across Africa with strategic sourcing and supplier management.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with long-term objectives.
Lead negotiations with local and international suppliers for Africa-wide network.
Oversee end-to-end procurement process from requisitions to delivery.
Monitor supplier performance, compliance and contract documentation.
Coordinate import/export logistics and cross-border supply chain activities.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Negotiation

ERP systems

Cross-border logistics

Supplier management

Sourcing

Excel

Education

Degree or Diploma in Procurement

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Sage

Job description

Head of Procurement

Location: Modderfontein, Gauteng Salary: R50,000 – R60,000 CTC per month

Job Purpose

Our client, a leading company specialising in the servicing, repairs and maintenance of industrial equipment, is seeking an experienced Head of Procurement to lead and optimise its procurement and supply chain function across multiple African operations.

This is a strategic leadership role responsible for developing and implementing procurement strategies, managing regional sourcing and logistics, strengthening supplier relationships, and ensuring cost-effective procurement while maintaining the highest standards of quality, compliance and operational continuity. The successful candidate will work closely with executive management and key internal stakeholders to drive procurement excellence throughout the business.

Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Procurement

Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with the company's long-term business objectives.
Source, evaluate and negotiate with both local and international suppliers to establish a reliable and competitive supplier network across Africa.
Lead commercial negotiations relating to pricing, contracts, service agreements and supplier terms.
Continuously analyse market trends and supplier performance to identify opportunities for cost savings and operational improvements.
Develop sourcing strategies that minimise supply chain risks, currency exposure and cross-border disruptions.

Purchasing Operations

Oversee the complete procurement process from purchase requisitions through to supplier delivery.
Ensure competitive sourcing practices and adherence to procurement policies and approval procedures.
Review and authorise high-value purchase orders.
Monitor supplier performance and resolve procurement or delivery issues.
Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier databases and contract documentation.
Lead procurement audits and ensure compliance with company policies and governance standards.

Supplier Relationship Management

Build and maintain strong strategic relationships with local and international suppliers.
Develop supplier performance measurement systems and conduct regular supplier reviews.
Monitor supplier quality, pricing, service delivery and contractual compliance.
Resolve supplier disputes professionally while maintaining productive long-term partnerships.

Inventory & Technical Procurement

Monitor inventory levels and coordinate replenishment to maintain business continuity.
Work closely with Engineering and Operations teams to verify technical specifications before procurement.
Manage the sourcing of:
- Industrial equipment
- Engineering components
- Maintenance spares (MRO)
- Technical consumables
- Specialist subcontracted services
Recommend suitable technical alternatives where appropriate.

Logistics & Cross-Border Supply Chain

Coordinate import and export logistics throughout Southern and Sub-Saharan Africa.
Liaise with freight forwarders, transport providers, customs agents and clearing partners.
Monitor shipments from supplier through to final delivery.
Ensure compliance with customs regulations, import/export legislation and applicable African trade agreements.
Proactively manage shipping delays and supply chain risks.

Commercial Support

Support strategic customer projects through effective procurement planning and supply chain coordination.
Prepare accurate commercial quotations and costing information.
Assist Sales and Finance teams with pricing strategies and margin protection.
Ensure customer delivery commitments are achieved through effective procurement planning.

Financial Management

Manage procurement expenditure within approved budgets.
Analyse procurement spend and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Monitor purchase price variance (PPV) and procurement performance.
Prepare procurement reports for senior management and executive review.
Support annual budgeting and forecasting processes.

Reporting StructureReports To

Executive Management Team

Direct Reports

Procurement Manager
Junior Procurement Clerk

Internal Stakeholder Relationships

The successful candidate will work closely with:

Finance
Operations
Production
Engineering
Maintenance
Warehouse
Logistics
Sales
Quality Assurance

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Performance will be measured against:

Procurement cost savings
Supplier on-time delivery performance
Inventory availability and stock optimisation
Purchase order accuracy
Procurement cycle times
Purchase Price Variance (PPV)
Supplier performance ratings
Procurement compliance and audit outcomes
Internal stakeholder satisfaction
Successful delivery against customer commitments

Minimum RequirementsQualifications

Relevant Degree or Diploma in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, Engineering or a related field.

Experience

10–15 years' experience in Procurement and Supply Chain Management.
Minimum 5 years in a senior management or executive procurement role.
Proven experience managing procurement across multiple African countries.
Strong background in strategic sourcing, procurement leadership and supplier management.
Experience within an industrial, engineering, manufacturing, maintenance or technical services environment is highly advantageous.
Bonded warehouse experience will be beneficial.

Skills & Knowledge

Strong commercial and financial acumen.
Advanced negotiation and supplier management skills.
Excellent understanding of engineering and technical procurement.
Knowledge of maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) procurement.
Experience with African import/export logistics and cross-border supply chains.
Understanding of customs procedures and international freight management.
High proficiency in ERP/MRP systems such as SAP, Oracle or Sage.
Strong analytical and reporting skills.
Excellent Microsoft Excel skills.

Personal Attributes

Strategic thinker with strong commercial awareness.
Exceptional leadership and people management skills.
Highly organiser with excellent planning abilities.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
High level of integrity and professionalism.
Results-driven with a continuous improvement mindset.

Employment Details

Position: Head of Procurement Location: Modderfontein, Gauteng Industry: Industrial Equipment Servicing, Repairs & Maintenance Salary: R50,000 – R60,000 CTC per month

Essential Requirements

10–15 years' procurement experience.
Minimum 5 years in a senior procurement leadership role.
Experience managing procurement across African markets.
Strong technical procurement and MRO background.
Experience with cross-border logistics and international sourcing.
ERP system experience (SAP, Oracle, Sage or similar).
Relevant tertiary qualification.

This opportunity is ideal for an experienced procurement professional who thrives in a strategic leadership role and has a proven ability to optimise procurement operations, build high-performing supplier partnerships, and manage complex technical supply chains across Africa.

Review and authorise high-value purchase orders.

Monitor supplier performance and resolve procurement or delivery issues.

Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier databases and contract documentation.

Lead procurement audits and ensure compliance with company policies and governance standards.

Build and maintain strong strategic relationships with local and international suppliers.

Develop supplier performance measurement systems and conduct regular supplier reviews.

Monitor supplier quality, pricing, service delivery and contractual compliance.

Resolve supplier disputes professionally while maintaining productive long-term partnerships.

Monitor inventory levels and coordinate replenishment to maintain business continuity.

Work closely with Engineering and Operations teams to verify technical specifications before procurement.

Manage the sourcing of industrial equipment, engineering components, maintenance spares (MRO), technical consumables and specialist subcontracted services.