On-Site Procurement Specialist — Manufacturing

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Pension fund

Annual leave

Training & development

Stable work environment

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Procurement Officer for a manufacturing client in Port Elizabeth (Eastern Cape). The role focuses on sourcing raw materials, maintaining supplier relationships, and ensuring timely, cost-efficient material availability.

The candidate will negotiate terms, manage POs in the ERP system, and oversee inventory coordination with the warehouse. 3+ years in procurement in a manufacturing setting is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of procurement/purchasing experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and MS Office required.

Responsibilities

• Source and purchase raw materials, equipment, and supplies for manufacturing operations.
• Identify and vet new suppliers; maintain relationships with existing vendors.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules to reduce costs.
• Process purchase orders accurately using the ERP system.
• Monitor inventory and coordinate with warehouse to manage stock.
• Ensure procured goods meet quality standards and specifications.
• Resolve discrepancies in orders, deliveries, or invoices.
• Conduct market research on pricing trends and supply risks.
• Maintain records of procurement activity and supplier communications.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

ERP systems

MS Office

Education

Diploma or Bachelors in SCM/Business Admin

Tools

SYSPRO

SAP

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Procurement Officer for a manufacturing client in Port Elizabeth (Eastern Cape). The role focuses on sourcing raw materials, maintaining supplier relationships, and ensuring timely, cost-efficient material availability.

The candidate will negotiate terms, manage POs in the ERP system, and oversee inventory coordination with the warehouse. 3+ years in procurement in a manufacturing setting is preferred.